Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are tender, juicy pieces of chicken breast coated in flavorful herbs and spices, then seared and finished in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 20 oz (1 ¼ lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp sweet paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, combine the flour, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss until evenly coated.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter has melted and the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Cook the chicken without moving it for about 3 minutes to develop a golden crust. Flip the pieces and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to the skillet. Cook for 1 more minute, stirring to coat the chicken in the garlic butter sauce, until the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Serve immediately while hot, either on its own or with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Add lemon juice for a bright finish.
- Use red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
- Top with Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
- Swap parsley with cilantro or thyme.
- Try chicken thighs for more juiciness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet or microwave in intervals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
