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Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Cream Sauce

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This garlic butter chicken with parmesan cream sauce is a weeknight favorite that feels fancy enough for guests, featuring seared chicken, a silky cream sauce, and cheesy roasted potatoes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Sauce
  • 2 lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces Thighs are juicier; breasts are leaner.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced This is where the magic begins!
  • 1/4 cup butter Adds that rich flavor we all adore.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For cooking the chicken to perfection.
  • 1 cup heavy cream To make that delightful cream sauce.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated melts best.
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder For that extra kick.
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning The secret ingredient for flavor.
Cheesy Roasted Potatoes
  • 4 medium potatoes, cubed The star of our roasted side.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese A double dose of cheesy goodness.
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder Yes, more for the potatoes.
Seasoning and Garnish
  • Salt to taste salt
  • Pepper to taste pepper
  • 1 tbsp parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare everything before you start: potatoes cubed, chicken seasoned, garlic minced, cheeses measured.
Preparing the Cheesy Roasted Potatoes
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toss cubed potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Roast for 20–25 minutes, tossing once, until edges are golden and potatoes are fork-tender. Remove from oven, sprinkle with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan and 1 cup shredded cheddar, and return to oven for 3–5 minutes until cheese melts.
Cooking the Chicken Bites
  1. While potatoes roast, season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, 1 tbsp garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 cup butter. When butter foams, add chicken in a single layer (do in batches if needed). Sear until golden — about 3–4 minutes per side for bite-sized pieces — and internal temperature reads 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken to a plate.
Making the Parmesan Cream Sauce
  1. In the same skillet with the fond (browned bits), reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Pour in 1 cup heavy cream, scraping up browned bits. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and adjust salt and pepper. Simmer gently 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens to coat a spoon.
  3. If too thick, thin with a splash of water or chicken stock.
Combine and Serve
  1. Return chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Heat through for 1–2 minutes.
  2. Plate cheesy roasted potatoes and spoon chicken with Parmesan cream over the top, or serve chicken alongside and drizzle sauce over both. Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

Dairy-free: use a plant-based cream and dairy-free cheeses (texture will differ). Lower fat: substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but sauce will be thinner. Want more veggies? Add sliced mushrooms or spinach to the sauce near the end. For other cheesy inspiration, see the cheesy chicken bites and spaghetti recipe.
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