Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
1. Heat the Olive Oil:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Cook the Chicken:
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with paprika, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through.
3. Add Garlic Butter:
- Reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the butter coats the chicken.
4. Add Lemon and Parsley:
- Squeeze the juice of ½ lemon over the chicken and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
5. Serve:
- Serve the garlic butter chicken bites hot with your choice of rice, pasta, or a side of vegetables.
Notes
- Add Veggies: Toss in some broccoli, spinach, or mushrooms to the skillet for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Make It Spicy: Increase the red pepper flakes for more heat or add a splash of hot sauce to the garlic butter sauce.
- Serve with Gravy: For extra richness, serve with a simple homemade or store-bought gravy on the side.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Quick Meals
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
