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Nicole Grace

Southern Butter Chicken Skillet: A Creamy Delight You’ll Love!

A creamy and flavorful Southern Butter Chicken Skillet dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. 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.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

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.

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