Description
Juicy chicken cubes seared to golden perfection, then tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a kiss of lemon and herbs. These Easy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are your go-to weeknight dinner hero fast, flavorful, and unforgettable.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless, cut into cubes)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
Instructions
- Season chicken cubes with paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in Italian seasoning and lemon juice.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the pan cook chicken in batches if needed.
- Use fresh garlic and parsley for best flavor.
- Great over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
