Introduction
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick, flavorful dish made with tender pieces of chicken cooked in rich garlic butter. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Simple ingredients come together to create bold flavor in just minutes.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Garlic Butter Sauce
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
1. Season the Chicken
Pat chicken pieces dry.
Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
2. Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken in a single layer.
Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Garlic Butter
Reduce heat to medium.
Add butter to the same skillet and let it melt.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Combine
Return chicken to the skillet.
Toss in garlic butter sauce until well coated.
Add parsley and lemon juice if using.
Cook for 1–2 minutes more.
5. Serve
Serve hot as a main dish or appetizer.
Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are juicy, tender, and coated in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce. The chicken develops a golden crust while staying moist inside, and the buttery garlic flavor makes every bite incredibly satisfying.
Tips
Cut chicken evenly for consistent cooking.
Do not overcrowd the pan to allow proper browning.
Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
Adjust garlic amount to taste.
Serve immediately for the juiciest texture.
Variations
Spicy Version: Add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
Creamy Garlic Chicken: Add 1/4 cup heavy cream to the sauce.
Herb Chicken: Add thyme or rosemary.
Honey Garlic: Add 1 tablespoon honey for sweetness.
Asian-Inspired: Add soy sauce and ginger.
Correction
If chicken is dry:
Reduce cooking time or use chicken thighs.
If garlic burns:
Lower heat before adding garlic.
If sauce is too thick:
Add a splash of chicken broth.
Enjoy
Enjoy these Garlic Butter Chicken Bites served with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or vegetables. They’re fast, flavorful, and perfect for any meal of the day.