Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary meal. These tender morsels of chicken are pan-seared to perfection, then enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Ready in under 30 minutes, they make for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer for gatherings. Serve them over rice or pasta, or enjoy them on their own as a savory snack. With their aromatic flavor and delightful texture, these Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are guaranteed to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet in a single layer.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown on one side, then flip the chicken.
- Add minced garlic and butter to the skillet; cook until fragrant.
- Stir frequently to coat chicken with the garlic butter sauce; ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C).
- Serve warm, drizzled with remaining sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 ounces (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in garlic butter for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Experiment with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added freshness. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu; adjust cooking times accordingly.