One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are the perfect weeknight meal, combining succulent chicken with a rich garlic butter sauce that will fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas. This quick and easy recipe takes only 30 minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy evenings when you crave comfort food without the fuss. Enjoy tender chicken bites that pair beautifully with rice, veggies, or pasta, ensuring satisfaction for every palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Sear in the hot skillet for about 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add minced garlic and butter; sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
- Return chicken to the skillet, allowing it to simmer in the sauce for a couple of minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating vegetables such as broccoli or bell peppers during cooking. You can also substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.