Creamy Garlic Sauce for Grilled Chicken Bites
Elevate your mealtime with this irresistible creamy garlic sauce for grilled chicken bites. This quick and easy recipe combines tender, juicy grilled chicken with a rich, velvety garlic sauce that’s bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook the seasoned chicken in a preheated grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown; set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Optionally add lemon juice for brightness.
- Toss grilled chicken in the creamy sauce or drizzle on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg