Garlic Butter Chicken Bites (Print)
Tender chicken pieces golden and crispy, coated in aromatic garlic butter sauce with fresh parsley for a quick, satisfying meal.
# What You 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 (plus extra for garnish, optional)
→ 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 (optional)
→ Garnish (optional)
09 - Lemon wedges
# How To Make It:
01 - Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
02 - Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes without turning, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until golden and just cooked through.
04 - Add the minced garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
05 - Stir in fresh parsley, then remove from heat.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one pan, which means maximum flavor and minimum cleanup
- The garlic butter sauce comes together in seconds but tastes like something from a restaurant
02 -
- Crowding the pan drops the temperature and prevents proper browning, work in batches if needed
- Garlic can turn bitter in seconds, so have everything ready before adding it to the hot butter
03 -
- Let the chicken come to room temperature for about 15 minutes before cooking for more even results
- A splatter screen saves your stovetop from buttery messes