Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
Tender chicken bites coated in rich garlic butter, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces Ensure chicken pieces are uniform for even cooking.
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour For coating to create a nice crust.
- 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning Adds flavor.
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper For seasoning.
- 1 Tbsp olive oil For cooking.
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, divided For richness.
- 1.5 Tbsp minced fresh garlic (about 4 cloves) For aroma and flavor.
- 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather your chicken breasts and cut them into 1 1/4-inch pieces. Season the chicken with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then add Italian seasoning and all-purpose flour, tossing gently to coat.
Cooking
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add the tablespoon of olive oil. Once the oil is heated, add the seasoned chicken pieces, ensuring they have space to brown.
- Cook until the chicken is mostly cooked through, flipping when it releases from the pan, about a few minutes on each side.
- Once browned, add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the pan. Allow it to melt and combine with the chicken juices.
- Add minced garlic to the pan and stir gently. Cook for just 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle finely chopped parsley over the chicken bites, and give everything a gentle stir to incorporate.
Notes
Serve these chicken bites over rice or pasta, with steamed vegetables or a simple salad. They also make great leftovers or can be used in wraps.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 32gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mg
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