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Garlic butter chicken bites scooped with wooden spoon.
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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites couldn't be easier! Tender chunks of chicken are seared until golden and tossed with green onion and parsley in a delicious white wine garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: James Delmage

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2" cubes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil avocado, vegetable, canola, etc
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes optional
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 3 large green onions minced
  • 1/4 cup minced Italian flat-leaf parsley
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Instructions

  • Season the chicken well with salt and pepper then dredge in flour and shake off the excess. Place the floured chicken on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
  • Heat a heavy pan to medium-high heat. Add the oil and once shimmering, add the chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes total). Work in batches to not overcrowd the pan. Remove the chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Turn the heat to low and add the butter and garlic. Once the garlic turns golden add the red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds. Add the wine and turn the heat to medium-high. Cook until the sauce reduces by half.
  • Turn the heat to medium, return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan, and toss until warmed through (about 2 minutes). Taste test and season with more salt and pepper if required. Mix in the green onion and parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs.  If using boneless skinless chicken thighs, sear for about 5 minutes per side.  Chicken thighs are best cooked to 185°F internal temp instead of 165°F.
  • Do not crowd chicken.  Crowding the pan will prevent the chicken from browning and will instead steam.  Work in batches if needed.
  • Leftovers.  Garlic butter chicken bites can be saved for up to 3 days in the fridge and can be reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 536kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.3g | Protein: 49.3g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 189mg | Sodium: 699mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.2g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

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