Grilled Chicken with Garlic Sauce (Printable Version)
Smoky, tender chicken bites drizzled with a rich garlic cream sauce – perfect for quick dinners or impressive entertaining.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Bites
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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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2 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Creamy Garlic Sauce
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3 tbsp butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper to taste
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Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
# Steps:
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In a bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and mix well. Marinate for 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
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Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a low simmer.
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Add Parmesan and Dijon mustard to the cream mixture. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
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Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface. Grill chicken pieces for 3–4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
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Transfer grilled chicken to a serving dish. Drizzle with warm garlic cream sauce. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Marinate the chicken in advance to deepen the flavor.