Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
Viral-style garlic butter chicken bites—tender, skillet-seared cubes in a garlicky butter sauce. High-protein, TikTok-friendly, and on the table in about 20 minutes.
🛒Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes, lemon wedges
🔧Kitchen Tools Needed
- Large skillet
- Tongs
- Instant-read thermometer
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
📝Instructions
- 1
Pat chicken dry. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer; cook 3–4 minutes without moving, then stir and cook until all sides are golden and centers reach 165°F, about 6–8 minutes total. Work in batches if needed.
- 3
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Stir 1–2 minutes until butter is fragrant and garlic is soft (do not burn).
- 4
Toss chicken in the garlic butter. Sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes if using. Serve with lemon wedges.
- 5
Great over rice, pasta, or veggies. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat to 165°F.
🥗Nutrition Information
⚡Calories per serving: 340
🏷️Recipe Tags
❓Frequently Asked Questions
Chicken thighs instead?
Yes—boneless thighs work; cook to 165°F. They stay extra juicy.
Air fryer method?
Air fry bites at 400°F for 8–11 minutes to 165°F, then toss in stovetop garlic butter.
How to avoid dry chicken?
Don’t overcrowd the pan, pull at 165°F, and finish in butter off high heat.
Meal prep?
Portion with rice and broccoli; reheat gently to 165°F.
Dairy-free?
Swap butter for olive oil or a dairy-free butter alternative.
