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Golden brown garlic butter chicken bites in a skillet with fresh parsley and lemon

15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 385 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken cubes thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure optimal browning.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the chicken cubes with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  • Place a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
  • Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  • Sear the chicken undisturbed for 3 minutes to develop a golden crust, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the butter and minced garlic to the pan.
  • Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, continuously basting the chicken with the melting butter.
  • Remove from heat, stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley, and serve immediately.