Description
Experience the delightful simplicity of 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites, a perfect solution for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. This recipe features tender, bite-sized chicken pieces coated in a rich garlic butter sauce that’s sure to please everyone at the table. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can whip up these flavorful bites in no time. Serve them as an enticing appetizer or pair with sides to create a satisfying main course. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this dish will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp sweet paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- Freshly ground pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp parsley (freshly chopped)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and toss in a mixture of flour, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the coated chicken.
- Cook for about 5–7 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Move the chicken to one side of the skillet; add remaining butter and minced garlic to the empty side. Sauté until fragrant.
- Combine everything in the skillet, garnish with chopped parsley, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 oz (140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg