Garlic Butter Chicken Bites (Print View)

Golden chicken bites in aromatic garlic butter sauce, ready in 25 minutes.

# 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

→ 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:

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 melts and begins to shimmer.
03 - Add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes without turning to develop a golden crust, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until just cooked through.
04 - Add the minced garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant and butter is melted.
05 - Stir in fresh parsley, then immediately remove from heat to prevent garlic from burning.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The buttery garlic sauce creates its own bread dipping situation
  • Perfect for those nights when you want restaurant quality without the effort
02 -
  • Crowding the pan will steam the meat instead of searing it, work in batches if needed
  • Let the butter foam subside before adding garlic so it doesnt burn
03 -
  • Use a mix of butter and olive oil to prevent the butter from burning at high heat
  • Let the chicken rest for a minute after cooking so the juices redistribute

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