How to Make the Best Creamy Garlic Sauce for Grilled Chicken Bites
Indulge your taste buds with this delicious recipe for creamy garlic sauce paired with grilled chicken bites. This dish is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. The tender chicken, seasoned to perfection, is enveloped in a rich and flavor-packed garlic sauce that elevates each bite. Whether served as an appetizer, main course, or part of meal prep, this creamy garlic delight will please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 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 minced garlic cloves
- 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
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Optionally, add lemon juice for brightness.
- Toss grilled chicken in the sauce or drizzle it on top before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz grilled chicken with sauce (about 170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg