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Easy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Recipe

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This Easy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites recipe features tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken breast cooked to golden perfection in a skillet, tossed in a rich and fragrant garlic butter sauce. It’s a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a simple weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: In a bowl, season the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika to evenly coat the meat, ensuring flavor throughout.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté garlic in butter: Reduce the heat to medium and add butter and minced garlic to the same skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and the butter melts, infusing the skillet with flavor.
  4. Toss chicken in garlic butter: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet and toss them thoroughly to coat in the garlic butter sauce, making sure each piece is well-flavored.
  5. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the chicken bites for a fresh color and mild herbaceous note. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or over rice for a complete meal.
  • Parsley is optional but adds a nice fresh flavor and color contrast.
  • Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender.

Keywords: garlic butter chicken, easy chicken recipe, chicken bites, quick dinner, skillet chicken, garlic chicken

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