CREAMY GARLIC BUTTER CHICKEN

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 20 mins | Yield: 4 to 6 Servings

This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken is packed with incredible flavors that you and your loved ones are going to enjoy! Ready in just 20 minutes, you have got to give this recipe a try. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS :

• 1 c chicken broth
• 1 1/2 pounds chicken quarters, cut and separate the thighs and drumsticks
• 3 dashes of cayenne pepper
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• Salt
• Ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 c heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 tsp salt or more to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
• 15 cloves garlic, peeled and top trimmed off

DIRECTIONS :

1. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the chicken thighs, then rub each to coat.
2. Place a skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium. Drizzle a bit of oil and allow it to become hot.
3. Add the chicken thighs into the hot skillet, then sear each side for a few minutes or until they turn golden brown. Move them to a clean plate.
4. In the empty skillet, add butter and allow it to melt. Add garlic and sauté for a minute or just until aromatic.
5. Add the Parmesan cheese, heavy whipping cream, and chicken broth. Deglaze by scraping the bottom of the skillet. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
6. Add the chicken thighs back into the skillet, then toss until coated with the sauce. Season with salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
7. Turn the heat down to low, then simmer for a few minutes to cook the chicken thighs.
8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top to garnish.
9. Serve over cooked pasta noodles. Enjoy!

Notes:

• Place any leftovers in an airtight container, then put them in the fridge. Reheat for a few minutes before serving again.

Nutrition Facts:

Amount Per Serving: Calories448 | Total Fat31g | Saturated Fat13g | Trans Fat0g | Unsaturated Fat16g | Cholesterol188mg | Sodium511mg | Carbohydrates4g | Fiber0g | Sugar1g | Protein38g