Description
These tender, juicy garlic butter chicken bites are packed with bold flavor and cook up in just minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or pairing with your favorite sides for a satisfying, protein-packed meal.
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
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Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
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Season Chicken: Toss chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
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Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken in batches until golden and cooked through, 5–6 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
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Make Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic. Sauté 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
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Combine & Serve: Return chicken to skillet, toss in garlic butter, and cook for another minute. Garnish with parsley and a squeeze of lemon, if desired.
Notes
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For even cooking, avoid overcrowding the pan—cook in two batches if needed.
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Delicious over rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or in lettuce wraps.
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Want heat? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter.
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Great for meal prep—stays juicy when reheated!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 310kal
- Sugar: <1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: <0g
- Protein: 32g