Description
This indulgent creamy garlic sauce with grilled chicken bites is a perfect blend of tender grilled chicken pieces enveloped in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish features a luscious sauce made with fresh garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, accented with fresh parsley for a hint of brightness. Ideal for a comforting dinner, it pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bites
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, fresh minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream (can substitute with half-and-half)
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken bites dry with paper towels, then season evenly with salt, black pepper, and olive oil to ensure a flavorful and well-coated surface for grilling.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the chicken bites on the pan and grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side until they achieve a golden brown, cooked through texture.
- Sauté garlic: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Make the sauce: Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits on the pan for flavor. Stir in the heavy cream and let the mixture simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until it thickens slightly and becomes creamy.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the grilled chicken bites to the skillet, tossing to coat them thoroughly in the creamy garlic sauce. If desired, stir in the Parmesan cheese and cook everything together for an additional minute until the cheese melts and integrates well.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the dish before serving to add a fresh, herbal note and vibrant color.
Notes
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt content.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a rich, nutty flavor.
- Chicken breast or thighs can be used based on preference; thighs provide juicier bites.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
