Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Parmesan Cream Sauce & Cheesy Roasted Potatoes
Indulge in creamy, cheesy comfort food with this garlic butter chicken recipe served alongside crispy Parmesan roasted potatoes. Perfect for family dinners, weeknight meals, or a cozy date night in this dish combines juicy chicken, velvety cream sauce, and golden, cheesy potatoes for the ultimate flavor explosion!
Yields: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Parmesan Cream Sauce
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Cheesy Roasted Potatoes
1 lb small red potatoes, halved or quartered
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper, to taste
Directions:
Roast the Cheesy Potatoes
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and golden brown.
Make the Garlic Butter Chicken
1. While potatoes roast, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add chicken cubes; cook until golden and cooked through (8–10 minutes).
4. Stir in parsley, season with salt and pepper.
Prepare the Parmesan Cream Sauce
1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
4. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until thickened.
5. Reduce heat, stir in Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper until melted and creamy.
Serve & Enjoy
Spoon rich Parmesan cream sauce over the garlic butter chicken bites.
Serve with the hot, crispy cheesy roasted potatoes.
Garnish with extra parsley for a fresh pop of color.
Pro Tip: Add roasted carrots, broccoli, or asparagus to the potatoes for a complete one-pan chicken dinner!
Garlic Butter Chicken, Parmesan Cream Sauce Chicken, Cheesy Roasted Potatoes