Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 lb smoked turkey breast, cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

Instructions:

  1. Pat the chicken cubes dry with a paper towel. Toss them with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Add the smoked turkey cubes to the skillet for the final 2 minutes to warm through, then transfer all proteins to a baking dish.
  4. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Slowly whisk in the heavy cream, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Pour the creamy garlic sauce evenly over the chicken and turkey in the baking dish.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.