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Golden garlic parmesan chicken bites served over creamy cajun sauce with charred broccolini
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Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Bites with Sun-Dried Tomato Cajun Alfredo & Charred Broccolini

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 780kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese for coating
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 bunch broccolini , trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese for sauce
  • 1/4 cup oil -packed sun-dried tomatoes, julienned
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine chicken cubes with 1/2 cup parmesan, panko, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; toss until thoroughly coated.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken bites for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the volume reduces slightly.
  • Whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Return the chicken bites to the skillet to coat with sauce.
  • In a separate cast-iron skillet or grill pan over high heat, toss broccolini with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Sear for 4 to 5 minutes until tender-crisp and charred.
  • Serve the garlic-parmesan chicken and alfredo sauce immediately over a bed of the charred broccolini.