Butter Garlic Chicken Bites
A quick and tasty skillet recipe featuring tender chicken bites in a buttery garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or as a party appetizer.
Ingredients
Chicken Preparation
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
Seasoning and Coating Mixture
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour Substitute with rice flour for gluten-free option.
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil For searing (neutral oil can be used as well).
- 3 tbsp butter, melted For best flavor, use full amount.
- 4 tsp garlic, minced (about 2 cloves) Use garlic paste for a more intense flavor.
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the chicken breasts into even bite-size pieces.
- In a 1-gallon freezer bag, combine flour, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and onion powder. Shake to combine, then add chicken pieces and shake until well coated.
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley; set aside.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the coated chicken to the skillet in a single layer, making sure not to crowd the pan. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side.
- Once the chicken is golden brown, pour the butter-garlic-parsley mixture over the pieces and cook for about 1 minute, stirring or tilting the pan to coat.
- Serve immediately on a warm platter.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Freeze cooked chicken bites for up to 3 months.