diced chicken breast recipes
Quick, customizable diced chicken breast recipes that work for busy nights — fast, flavorful, and endlessly adaptable.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into ½-inch pieces)
- Olive oil or avocado oil
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder or minced garlic
- Paprika or chili powder
- Chopped onion or bell pepper optional
- Frozen corn spinach, or peas (optional)
- A splash of soy sauce lemon juice, or hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breast into small, even ½-inch pieces.
- Toss with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Let it sit while the skillet heats.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place chicken in a single layer. Cook for 3–4 minutes, then flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Add any extras like rice, veggies, or sauce and stir for 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Turn off heat and let chicken rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
This recipe is flexible and can be adapted to any diet or flavor profile. Avoid overcrowding the pan for best results.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 480mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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