Description
Tender and juicy grilled chicken bites marinated in garlic and olive oil, served with a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for appetizers, main courses, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces (1.5 lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves, minced fresh garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup, chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Chicken – Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes for even cooking. Season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Step 2: Create Marinade – Mix olive oil with minced garlic in a large bowl. Add chicken pieces and toss until well coated. Marinate for 30 minutes minimum.
- Step 3: Preheat Grill – Heat grill to medium-high temperature (around 400°F). Clean grates and lightly oil to prevent sticking.
- Step 4: Grill Chicken – Cook chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Step 5: Prepare Sauce – Combine sour cream, Parmesan cheese, remaining garlic, and parsley in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Step 6: Final Assembly – Toss hot grilled chicken in the creamy sauce immediately before serving for maximum flavor absorption.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for food safety
- Let marinated chicken reach room temperature for 15 minutes before grilling for even cooking
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness before cutting to prevent dry spots
- Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently before serving
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 385 calories
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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