Description
These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Juicy chicken pieces are seared to perfection, then coated in a savory garlic butter sauce. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a burst of brightness.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Bites:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
Additional:
- lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken bites with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Garlic Butter Sauce: Add butter and garlic to skillet, cook until fragrant.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with parsley, serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan for proper searing.
- Chicken thighs can be used for a juicier option.
- Great with rice, pasta, or over salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
