Description
These 15 Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a seasoned flour mix, pan-fried to golden perfection, then tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect as a speedy weeknight meal served alongside rice or roasted vegetables, this recipe combines simple ingredients with bold, savory flavors for an satisfying and easy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Coating
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cooking and Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
To Serve
- Cooked rice or roasted vegetables
Instructions
- Coat the Chicken: In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Add the chicken pieces and toss or shake until each piece is evenly coated with the seasoned flour mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce: While the chicken is cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped fresh parsley until well combined.
- Toss Chicken with Sauce: Pour the garlic butter mixture over the cooked chicken bites in the skillet. Toss everything together to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Finish and Serve: Cook the chicken with the sauce for an additional 1 minute to let the flavors meld. Serve immediately alongside cooked rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Make sure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure safety.
- For extra crispy chicken bites, avoid overcrowding the skillet; cook in batches if needed.
- Fresh parsley adds bright flavor, but dried parsley can be substituted if necessary (use about 1 teaspoon dried).
- Butter can be substituted with ghee or margarine for dietary preferences.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed/roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
