Description
These flavorful Garlic Butter Chicken Bites offer a fast, nutritious weeknight dinner solution that is perfect for healthy meal planning. Lean chicken breast cubes are lightly dusted in a seasoned flour coating, seared to golden perfection, and finished in a rich, buttery garlic sauce. This high-protein, restaurant-quality meal is incredibly simple to prepare, ensuring tender, moist chicken in every bite while avoiding excessive cleanup.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
1/4 cup alcohol-free chicken broth
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Combine the flour, salt, Italian seasoning, and granulated garlic in a bowl.
Toss the chicken cubes in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken in a single layer and sear until golden brown on all sides and cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat and add the minced fresh garlic to the same pan, cooking briefly until fragrant.
Pour in the alcohol-free chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
Stir in the butter until melted and emulsified into a smooth sauce.
Return the chicken to the pan and toss to coat thoroughly in the sauce.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and top with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure the pan is hot before adding the chicken to achieve the proper golden crust. Do not overcrowd the pan; work in batches if necessary for the best sear. These chicken bites pair excellently alongside steamed broccoli, asparagus, or a side of quinoa or brown rice.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Searing
- Cuisine: Contemporary American