Description
Indulge in a creamy garlic sauce that elevates grilled chicken bites to a new level of flavor. This versatile dish is perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or meal prep. The combination of tender chicken and a rich, savory sauce creates a delicious experience that pleases everyone at the table. With its quick preparation time and straightforward steps, you can whip up this delightful meal in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice and chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Toss chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until coated.
- Cook the chicken in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and gradually add grated Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens, then mix in lemon juice if desired.
- Combine cooked chicken with the creamy garlic sauce or drizzle it on top before serving.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pieces of chicken bites with sauce (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg