Description

These 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are juicy, flavorful, and seared to perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan chicken recipe is quick, easy, low-carb, and gluten-free. Serve with your favorite sides like rice, veggies, or salad for a satisfying and delicious meal in minutes.

Ingredients

1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Optional: lemon wedges for serving

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Instructions

Season the Chicken: Toss chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in a single layer for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Work in batches if needed. Transfer to a plate.
Make Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
Combine: Return chicken to skillet and toss to coat in garlic butter.
Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with sides of choice.

Notes

Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicy twist.Squeeze in lemon juice for a zesty garlic butter sauce.Stir in a splash of heavy cream for a creamy finish.Great with Parmesan sprinkled on top for a cheesy version.