Description
Savor the delightful flavors of 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites, a perfect dish for a quick dinner. Made with tender chicken, garlic, and herbs, this one-pan recipe is both simple and delicious, ideal for those seeking a flavorful homemade meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz ( 1 ¼ lbs ) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp sweet paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by drying the breasts with a paper towel and cutting them into 1-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, season the chicken with flour, basil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- In a large cast iron skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Cook the chicken undisturbed for 3 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the remaining butter, minced garlic, and parsley, cooking for one more minute until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve immediately while hot, alone or alongside rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is dry before seasoning for better adherence of the flour mixture.
Feel free to adjust the herbs according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg