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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Juicy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites You’ll Crave Tonight

These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick and delicious comfort food option, featuring tender chicken in a rich garlic butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bites
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs or breasts Choose thighs for extra juiciness or breasts for leaner bites.
  • 3 cloves garlic Freshly minced garlic boosts the bold flavor.
  • to taste salt Simple seasoning to enhance natural chicken flavors.
  • to taste pepper Simple seasoning to enhance natural chicken flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Helps sear the chicken to golden perfection.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter The star ingredient for a silky sauce.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley Adds a fresh touch to balance richness.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice A splash brightens the sauce.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Sprinkle in for a gentle heat kick.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Stir in at the end for a cheesy twist.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

For the Chicken
  1. Pat chicken pieces dry and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
  2. Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add chicken in a single layer, cooking without moving for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  1. Reduce heat to medium, add the butter, and let it melt completely.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant and golden.
  3. Add lemon juice and parsley, cooking for 1 minute more until the sauce slightly thickens.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the garlic butter sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to achieve a golden, crispy sear without steaming. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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