Description
Succulent garlic butter chicken bites deliver a savory explosion of Mediterranean flavors that dance across your palate. Crispy, golden edges and rich herb-infused butter sauce promise a restaurant-quality meal you can easily craft at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast, cubed
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Warm a large skillet with olive oil and butter, setting the temperature to medium heat for optimal searing.
- Gently introduce seasoned chicken cubes into the heated pan, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with salt and pepper.
- Allow chicken to develop a golden-brown crust, rotating pieces carefully to achieve uniform caramelization, approximately 6-7 minutes total.
- Sprinkle minced garlic throughout the skillet, stirring continuously to prevent burning and release aromatic flavors for 1-2 minutes.
- Once chicken reaches a crispy exterior and internal temperature of 165°F, remove from heat and transfer to serving platter.
- Scatter fresh, finely chopped parsley across the chicken bites for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Serve immediately while still piping hot, allowing the garlic butter to glisten and enhance the dish’s rich, savory profile.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for tender, juicy bites that cook quickly and evenly.
- Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels before cooking to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming.
- Adjust heat to medium-low if chicken browns too quickly to prevent burning while maintaining a perfectly cooked inside.
- Try additional herbs like thyme or rosemary to elevate the garlic butter flavor profile and add extra depth to the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg