Description
These Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender chicken pieces are seasoned with a zesty mix of garlic, lemon, and spices, then cooked to golden perfection. Serve these juicy bites with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a side of lemon wedges for a bright and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Bites:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet, add chicken, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add Flavors: Reduce heat, add garlic, lemon juice, and zest. Stir to coat the chicken.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and serve warm with lemon wedges.
Notes
- These chicken bites are versatile and can be used in various dishes like salads, wraps, or rice bowls.
- For enhanced flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
