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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Garlic butter chicken bites are seared in a 12-inch skillet, then tossed with melted butter, fragrant garlic, parsley, and lemon juice. The browned chicken stays tender and gets a bright, savory finish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb chicken breasts boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped fresh
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch skillet

Method
 

  1. Toss the chicken with the salt, pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Cook the chicken in two batches, turning occasionally, for 6–8 minutes per batch, until browned and the thickest pieces reach 165°F.
  4. Transfer each batch to a plate.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the skillet.
  6. Stir until melted, about 1 minute.
  7. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  8. Return the chicken and any juices to the skillet, add the parsley and lemon juice, and toss until coated and heated through, about 1 minute.

Notes

For even browning, avoid crowding the skillet while cooking the chicken in batches. Refrigerate leftovers for 3–4 days; freeze for up to 3 months. Use dairy-free butter as a dairy-free swap.