Garlic Butter Chicken Bites (Printable Version)
Golden chicken bites in rich garlic butter sauce ready in 25 minutes
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish, optional)
→ Fats and Oils
04 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
05 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ Spices & Seasonings
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
08 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
→ Garnish
09 - Lemon wedges (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
02 - Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes without turning, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until golden and just cooked through.
04 - Add the minced garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
05 - Stir in fresh parsley, then remove from heat.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Everything happens in one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
- The garlic butter sauce alone is worth making it, plus it coats every single bite perfectly
02 -
- Crowding the pan will steam the chicken instead of searing it, work in batches if your pan is looking cramped
- The garlic goes from perfect to burned in like 30 seconds, so have everything ready before you toss it in
03 -
- Cast iron or stainless steel pans give you the best sear, nonstick works but you wont get that golden crust
- If the garlic starts browning too fast, slide the pan off the heat for a moment