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Creamy Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken

Creamy Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken
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Creamy Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken features tender boneless chicken cooked in a rich, garlicky butter sauce with a perfect balance of heat from crushed red pepper flakes. This comforting and flavorful dish is easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Served with a creamy sauce enhanced by Parmesan and fresh parsley garnish, it pairs well with rice, pasta, or vegetables for a versatile and delicious meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Stir in crushed red pepper flakes to infuse spice.
  3. Add Cream and Parmesan: Slowly stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for several minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens and becomes silky.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return cooked chicken to the skillet, coating each piece with the creamy garlic butter sauce. Simmer together for a few minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the dish for color and freshness. Serve hot with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and juiciness.
  • Do not skip deglazing the pan to enhance sauce flavor.
  • Adjust crushed red pepper flakes gradually to control spice level.
  • Simmer sauce gently on low heat to prevent cream from curdling.
  • Fresh minced garlic delivers the best aroma and authentic flavor.

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Keywords: Creamy Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Garlic Butter Chicken, Easy Dinner, Gluten Free, Quick Meal

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