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Chicken Bites In Garlic Butter

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Golden, juicy chicken bites tossed in a savory garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and pat them very dry with paper towels.
  2. Season: In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss until evenly coated.
  3. Dust with flour: Sprinkle the flour over the seasoned chicken and toss again so each piece is lightly coated.
  4. Heat the pan: Warm a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
  5. Sear the chicken: Add chicken in an even layer to the skillet. Sear without moving for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Flip and finish searing: Flip the pieces and continue cooking another 3 to 4 minutes until all sides are golden and chicken is cooked through.
  7. Remove and rest: Transfer browned chicken to a plate, leaving browned bits in the skillet.
  8. Make the garlic butter sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add remaining butter to skillet, and then add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  9. Add flavor: Stir in crushed red pepper flakes if using and pour in lemon juice, scraping the pan to lift browned bits into the sauce.
  10. Combine and simmer: Return chicken and any juices to the skillet, tossing well to coat. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  11. Finish and serve: Stir in chopped parsley and sprinkle with Parmesan if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry for best browning, and do not overcrowd the skillet.

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Keywords: chicken bites, garlic butter, quick dinner, weeknight meal, savory chicken

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