Description
Juicy, tender chicken bites cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce—ready in just minutes! This quick and flavorful dish is perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or a protein-packed meal prep option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- Reduce heat to medium, add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in red pepper flakes and lemon juice, tossing the chicken to coat it in the sauce.
- Serve & Garnish:
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve with rice, pasta, or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
- Add a splash of chicken broth for extra sauce.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~280 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
