Garlic Butter Chicken Bites (Printable)
Golden chicken bites cooked in rich garlic butter sauce, ready in just 25 minutes for a satisfying meal.
# What You’ll 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 (optional)
09 - Lemon wedges
# How To Make:
01 - Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season evenly with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
02 - Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter foams.
03 - Add chicken in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes undisturbed to develop golden crust, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until just cooked through.
04 - Add minced garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant and butter melts.
05 - Stir in fresh parsley, remove from heat immediately. Serve with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These come together in under 30 minutes but taste like something from a restaurant
- The garlic butter sauce transforms simple chicken into something irresistible
02 -
- Crowding the pan will steam the chicken instead of searing it, so work in batches if needed
- The garlic can burn quickly, so keep it moving once it hits the hot pan
03 -
- Let the pan get properly hot before adding the chicken for the best sear
- Use chicken thighs if you want extra juiciness and a bit more flavor