Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Cooked rice or bread for serving
Instructions
- Heat 2 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper, then pour in heavy cream. <li id="instruction-step-6"Simmer sauce for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat with sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot over rice or with bread.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat.
- For a healthier version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 430 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg