Description
These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick, easy, and irresistibly flavorful dish that’ll have everyone coming back for more. Tender chicken pieces are sautéed in a savory garlic butter sauce, making every bite a flavor-packed experience. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a party appetizer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken bites and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. - Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, thyme, and parsley. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden. - Toss the Chicken in the Garlic Butter:
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss it in the garlic butter sauce until each piece is coated with the delicious sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to ensure the chicken is well coated and heated through. - Serve:
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites hot. Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth flavor!
Notes
- For a spicier twist, you can add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
- If you prefer, you can use chicken thighs for a juicier, more tender option.
- Pair these bites with a side of creamy mashed potatoes or fresh vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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