Description
Succulent garlic butter chicken bites bring Italian-inspired comfort to weeknight dinners with remarkable speed and flavor. Quick protein perfection emerges from your skillet, promising a delicious meal you can savor without complex preparation or lengthy cooking times.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein:
- 20 ounces (567 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning Mix:
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Cooking and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the surface by thoroughly drying chicken pieces with paper towels to ensure optimal searing potential.
- Create a seasoning blend by mixing flour with oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and freshly ground pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Coat chicken pieces completely in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring each morsel is evenly covered for a crisp exterior.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet to medium-high temperature, incorporating olive oil and butter until the fat is shimmering and fully melted.
- Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer, allowing each bite to develop a golden-brown crust without overcrowding the pan.
- Cook chicken for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side, turning once to achieve uniform caramelization and maintain internal moisture.
- Reduce heat to medium and introduce minced garlic, stirring continuously to prevent burning and release aromatic flavors.
- Incorporate remaining butter and chopped parsley, gently tossing chicken to create a luxurious, glossy coating.
- Verify chicken is fully cooked by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Transfer garlic butter chicken bites immediately to serving plate, ensuring each piece is generously glazed with the fragrant sauce.
Notes
- Use paper towels to thoroughly dry chicken, ensuring a perfect golden-brown sear that locks in moisture and creates a crispy exterior.
- Coat chicken pieces completely with seasoned flour for an extra layer of flavor and a delightful light crust that adds texture to each bite.
- Choose a heavy-bottomed skillet like cast-iron to distribute heat evenly and create those beautiful caramelized edges on the chicken.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain high heat and achieve that gorgeous golden color without steaming the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg