A creamy and flavorful Southern Butter Chicken Skillet dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Author:Nicole Grace
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Skillet
Cuisine:Southern
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet along with the frozen peas. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the garlic and butter mixture.
Substitute the chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option.