Description
These 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Made with tender chicken, garlic, and butter, this one-pan dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious and easy to make.
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
- Dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, season the chicken with flour, basil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper, tossing until fully coated.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, adding olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter. When hot, add the chicken pieces in one layer.
- Cook the chicken without moving for about 3 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Incorporate the remaining butter, minced garlic, and parsley. Cook for one more minute until the chicken is fully done.
- Serve immediately while hot, accompanied by sides like rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate with the spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
Use fresh herbs whenever possible for a more vibrant taste.
Adjust the garlic according to your preference for a garlicky kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg