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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Recipe

  • Author: Emily Carter

Description

Get ready to fall in love with this quick and easy dinner idea that’s bursting with flavor — Garlic Butter Chicken Bites! These golden seared chicken chunks are juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and coated in an irresistible garlic butter sauce that’s rich, savory, and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need high-protein food ideas fast, this easy recipe comes together in under 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with your favorite sides. Whether you’re after healthy snacks, dinner ideas, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these chicken bites are a guaranteed hit. Imagine the smell of garlic sizzling in butter, the sizzle of chicken browning in the pan — it’s comfort food at its best.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh lemon juiceSalt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Garlic Butter Sauce:
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
  2. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary) and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.
  5. Lower the heat to medium, add butter to the same skillet, and let it melt.
  6. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic butter.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes or lemon juice.

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