Description
These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Tender chicken pieces are pan-fried to golden perfection and coated in a flavorful garlic butter sauce with fresh parsley. Serve with your favorite sides for a satisfying and delicious dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/4-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (4 cloves)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prep Chicken: Preheat a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Sprinkle with flour, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Cook Chicken: Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Once the butter melts, add the chicken in a single layer. Cook for about 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Make Garlic Butter Sauce: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet along with the minced garlic and parsley. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant and the sauce is slightly thickened.
- Serve: Serve immediately.
Notes
- Flavor Boost: For extra herb flavor, double the parsley. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for another layer of flavor.
- Side Dish Ideas: Serve with lemon couscous (see instructions in notes), steamed vegetables, or your favorite sides.
- Nutrition: Nutrition estimate is based on 3 servings and does not include added salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg