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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Recipe

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These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick and flavorful skillet dish featuring tender pieces of chicken cooked with Italian seasoning, garlic, and fresh parsley in a rich butter sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, they are golden brown, juicy, and bursting with savory garlic butter goodness.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1¼ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon paprika

Cooking Fats and Flavor

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1½ tablespoons minced fresh garlic (about 4 cloves)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the skillet: Place a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and allow it to get hot.
  2. Season the chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Add fats to skillet: Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the hot skillet; tilt the pan to evenly coat the surface.
  4. Cook the chicken in a single layer: Add the seasoned chicken pieces in an even, single layer without overcrowding, allowing them to brown rather than steam.
  5. Sear the chicken: Cook the chicken pieces until nicely golden brown on the bottom, about 3 minutes, then flip and cook the opposite side for 2 more minutes until nearly cooked through. Cook in batches if needed.
  6. Add remaining butter, garlic, and parsley: Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter along with the minced garlic and chopped parsley. Simmer and cook the chicken bites for an additional 1 minute or until cooked through, scraping the skillet bottom to release flavorful browned bits.
  7. Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately. These chicken bites pair wonderfully with sides like Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with kale and blistered tomatoes.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful bites; breasts work well too if trimmed properly.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure the chicken browns nicely rather than steams.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic according to your preference for garlicky flavor intensity.
  • Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
  • Complement with pasta or a fresh side of vegetables for a complete meal.

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