Garlic Butter Chicken Bites (Printable Version)

Tender golden chicken pieces 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

→ 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

→ Garnish

09 - Lemon wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season thoroughly with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika, ensuring even coating on all sides.
02 - Combine olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl to coat the pan evenly as the butter melts.
03 - Arrange seasoned chicken in a single layer without overcrowding. Sear for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook an additional 2-3 minutes until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute while stirring constantly until garlic becomes fragrant and butter fully melts.
05 - Stir in fresh parsley until evenly distributed, then immediately remove from heat to prevent garlic from burning.
06 - Transfer chicken bites to a serving platter, spooning remaining butter sauce over the top. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant
  • The buttery garlic sauce clings to every surface, ensuring no bland bites
  • Works beautifully as an appetizer, main course, or even meal prep for the week
02 -
  • Crowding the pan will trap steam and prevent proper browning, so cook in batches if your skillet looks cramped
  • Garlic burns faster than you think, turning bitter in seconds, so have everything ready before it hits the heat
  • The sauce continues thickening off the heat, so remove from heat while it still looks slightly loose
03 -
  • Let the chicken come to room temperature for 20 minutes before cooking for more even results
  • Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving to brighten all the flavors

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