Description
Quick, flavorful, and mouthwatering, these Garlic Butter Chicken Bites come together in just 15 minutes! Perfect for dinners or meal prep, this one-pan dish uses simple ingredients like chicken, garlic, and butter for a delightful taste that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by drying the breasts with paper towels and cutting them into 1-inch pieces.
- Season the chicken by placing it in a bowl, then sprinkle with flour, basil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss until coated with the mix.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, adding olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter. Once heated, add the chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Cook without moving the chicken for about 3 minutes. Flip the pieces and continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the remaining butter, minced garlic, and parsley. Cook for one more minute until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve immediately while hot, alone or with your choice of sides like rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.
Notes
For crispier chicken, ensure the pan is hot before adding the chicken pieces.
Feel free to customize the seasoning to your taste by adding spices like chili powder or Italian herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg