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15 minute skillet garlic butter chicken bites 798065102 q1

15 Minute Skillet Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

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Fast and delicious! These easy garlic butter chicken bites are a 15-minute skillet favorite tossed in a savory parmesan butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 431
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bites
  • 2 pounds chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chicken base
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoons black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter using a stovetop or microwave, then stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes.
  2. Combine the chicken, olive oil, chicken base, and seasonings in a large skillet, stirring until the meat is evenly coated.
  3. Sear the chicken over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, then pour in the garlic butter and stir for 30-60 seconds while scraping the pan. Mix in the parmesan and parsley, toss to coat, and continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 431kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 51gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 181mgSodium: 773mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4g

Notes

If you aren’t familiar with chicken base it is a paste style bullion that adds tons of rich chicken flavor. The most common brand of chicken base is Better Than Bullion, but any brand will work.
Substitutions: 
  • Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken thighs also work well. 
How to Store: Save leftovers in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
How to Freeze: This garlic butter chicken bites recipe freezes well. Place cooked chicken bites in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
How to Reheat: This can be reheated in the microwave in 30 second increments, or cover with tin foil and place into the oven to reheat. 
How to Scale:  This recipe can easily be doubled if you are feeding a crowd or halved for smaller portions.