25 Minute Amazing Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
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Make quick, juicy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites for an indulgent and fast dinner. These flavorful pieces sear perfectly in rich garlic butter.
- Author: Hannah Rodger
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Season the cut chicken pieces evenly with salt and pepper.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
- Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to create a simple sauce. Let it simmer briefly, about 1 minute.
- Return the cooked chicken bites to the skillet. Toss gently to coat them thoroughly in the garlic butter sauce.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving immediately.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra moisture and flavor.
- For a little kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
- This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: Less than 1g
- Sodium: Approx. 400mg
- Fat: Approx. 20g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Less than 2g
- Fiber: Less than 1g
- Protein: Approx. 38g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 110mg