15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites: Easy One-Pan Recipe
These 15-minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. This easy one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs well with your favorite sides like rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried parsley or Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken bites and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and fully cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and toss in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg