Description
A delightful dish combining creamy flavors with savory chicken, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast (diced)
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tbsp seasoning mix (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Melt the butter: Add the softened butter to the skillet and let it melt until bubbling.
- Cook the aromatics: Toss in finely chopped onion and minced garlic, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chicken: Cook diced chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
- Mix in the seasonings: Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the chicken and stir well.
- Create the sauce: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stir to combine, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top before serving.
Notes
For a healthier option, substitute heavy cream with half and half or coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: butter chicken, skillet meal, creamy chicken, easy dinner, hearty recipe