15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Recipe
These 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breast pieces are lightly seasoned and cooked to golden perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce, enhanced with fresh herbs for a deliciously savory meal ready in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 20 oz (1 ¼ lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp sweet paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the boneless skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, dried oregano, dried basil, sweet paprika, salt, and freshly ground pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in this seasoned flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat the Pan: Place a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the unsalted butter, allowing them to melt and combine, heating until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook the Chicken Bites: Add the coated chicken pieces to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the chicken turns golden brown and is cooked through. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even browning.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the pan. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
- Combine and Finish: Toss the chicken bites in the garlic butter sauce to coat evenly. Sprinkle the freshly chopped parsley over the chicken and give everything a good stir to combine flavors.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the garlic butter chicken bites immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Perfect alongside rice, salad, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; avoid pre-minced garlic as it can impart a bitter taste when cooked.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
- You can substitute the dried herbs with fresh if preferred, just increase the quantity to about 1 ½ teaspoons for each.
- Ensure chicken pieces are uniform in size for even cooking.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or steamed rice.
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