Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
A simple, satisfying weeknight favorite, these Garlic Butter Chicken Bites deliver golden seared chicken tossed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure the pan is hot before adding oil so the chicken sears nicely.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and parsley. Toss to coat evenly.
- Add olive oil to the skillet and then add the chicken, cooking for 6 to 7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the skillet, and melt.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic butter.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Notes
Pat the chicken dry to get a good golden crust. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 55g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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