Description
Succulent garlic butter chicken bites dance with rich, herby flavors in this quick Mediterranean-inspired dish. Crispy golden edges and buttery notes promise a delightful meal you’ll savor in just moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 20 ounces (1.25 pounds) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
Seasonings and Coating:
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
Cooking Fats and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Craft a zesty seasoning blend by mixing flour with aromatic herbs and spices, ensuring thorough coating of chicken pieces.
- Sear chicken in a sizzling skillet over medium-high heat (375°F) for 4-5 minutes, rotating to achieve a golden-brown exterior and complete internal cooking.
- Lower skillet temperature to medium and introduce butter, allowing it to melt and create a luxurious base for the garlic infusion.
- Introduce minced garlic to the melted butter, releasing its pungent essence for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Incorporate additional butter to develop a silky, rich sauce that will envelop the chicken with intense flavor.
- Gently tumble the perfectly cooked chicken within the aromatic garlic butter, ensuring each morsel is generously glazed.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, adding a vibrant green accent and herbaceous note, then serve piping hot for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Ensure chicken pieces are similar in size for even cooking and consistent golden-brown exterior.
- Use a cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet for better heat distribution and beautiful caramelization.
- Pat chicken dry before coating with flour mixture to help seasonings adhere and create crispier texture.
- Gluten-free alternative: Replace all-purpose flour with almond flour or cornstarch for same crispy coating.
- Low-carb option: Skip flour coating and directly season chicken with spices for protein-focused meal.
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine to garlic butter sauce for depth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg