15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites: Easy One-Pan Recipe
These 15-minute garlic butter chicken bites are the ultimate quick and easy one-pan meal, packed with savory flavor and tender, juicy chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this family-friendly dish uses pantry staples and delivers restaurant-quality taste in no time.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
All-purpose flour
Dried oregano
Dried basil
Sweet paprika
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil
Unsalted butter
Garlic cloves, minced
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into 1-inch pieces.
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In a bowl, mix flour, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken in the mixture to coat.
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Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter.
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Add chicken in a single layer; cook undisturbed for 3 minutes. Flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
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Add remaining butter, minced garlic, and parsley. Cook 1 minute more, until chicken is done.
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Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
Notes
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Add lemon juice before serving for brightness.
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For heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes.
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Garnish with Parmesan for a cheesy twist.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Reheat in microwave or skillet until hot.
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Can substitute chicken thighs or garlic powder if needed.
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Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
