Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
Tender cubes of chicken seared until golden and finished in a glossy garlic butter sauce. Quick and flavorful, perfect for weeknight dinners or as an appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g boneless chicken breast, cubed
- ½ Tablespoon herb de Provence
- ½ Tablespoon smoked paprika
- 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 40 g unsalted butter, divided
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Trim the chicken and pat it dry. Cut into bite-sized cubes.
- Season the chicken with smoked paprika, herb de Provence, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil and half of the butter.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and add the remaining butter to the empty side. Stir in the chopped garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Remove from heat, stir in any chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
For best texture, serve right away. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, garlic butter, quick meals, easy recipes, appetizers
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