Creamy Garlic Sauce for Grilled Chicken Bites
Enjoy succulent grilled chicken bites enveloped in a rich and creamy garlic sauce, perfect for summer gatherings and weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- Salt & Black Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and combining it with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Grill the marinated chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Sauté the minced garlic in melted unsalted butter until fragrant.
- Create the creamy base by pouring in heavy cream and simmering for 2-3 minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese slowly while whisking until the sauce thickens.
- Combine the grilled chicken with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of cream if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg