Description
Savor the irresistible combination of smoky grilled chicken bites coated in a luxuriously creamy garlic sauce. This easy dinner idea brings together tender, juicy chicken with a velvety sauce made from fresh garlic, heavy cream, and savory broth. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special weekend treat, this versatile dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, roasted veggies, or fresh salad. It’s an easy recipe that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort—ideal for anyone looking for comforting, homemade dinner ideas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bites
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Pat chicken pieces dry, season with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes.
- Deglaze with chicken broth, then stir in heavy cream. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet, toss in sauce, add Parmesan if desired, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use fresh garlic for the most aromatic flavor. Reheat gently with a splash of cream to maintain sauce texture.
- Prep Time: 10minutes
- Cook Time: 15minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 420kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Sauce with Grilled Chicken Bites