Here’s a quick and delicious recipe for Garlic Butter Chicken Bites:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions:
- Season the Chicken:
- In a bowl, season the chicken bites with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken bites to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and let it melt.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and slightly golden.
- Combine and Serve:
- Return the cooked chicken bites to the skillet, tossing them in the garlic butter sauce until well coated.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are perfect as a main dish or as a tasty appetizer!