Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
Juicy chicken bites pan-seared and finished in garlic butter for a quick, flavorful meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces
- 3 Tbsp garlic and herb seasoning
- 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
- 1/4 cup butter
- 6 garlic cloves minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley (optional) for garnish
- grated Parmesan (optional) for garnish
- red pepper flakes (optional) for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and cut into bite-size pieces.
- Place the chicken in a mixing bowl, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and toss with the garlic and herb seasoning until evenly coated.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to medium, add the butter and minced garlic to the pan, and cook until the butter melts and the garlic is fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
- Toss the chicken in the garlic butter to coat, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley, grated Parmesan, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Equipment
- Chef knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing Bowl
- 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet
- Spatula or tongs
Notes
- Use a hot skillet to get a good sear on the chicken.
- Cut chicken into even pieces for uniform cooking.
- Minced garlic can be adjusted to taste.
- Garnishes are optional but add extra flavor.
- Cook until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.