15-minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Recipe
This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites recipe delivers juicy, bite-sized chicken pieces cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce. Flavored with garlic, paprika, and parsley, these chicken bites are perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The optional squeeze of lemon adds brightness to this buttery dish. Keywords include garlic butter chicken bites, easy chicken recipe, and sautéed chicken bites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Bites:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional for brightness)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice (if using) and return the chicken to the pan, tossing to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Chicken thighs offer a juicier option than breasts.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg