Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a delightful fusion of tender chicken and rich, aromatic garlic butter that promise to satisfy your cravings. Perfect for any occasion, these bites can be served as an appetizer at parties or as a quick weeknight meal. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, this dish is not only simple but also bursting with flavor thanks to a combination of garlic, butter, and Italian seasoning. The result is a savory treat that will have your family and friends coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Optional: ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the remaining butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Sauté until fragrant.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and toss it in the sauce for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 100g
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg