Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 -
1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Seasoning
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp salt
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0.5 tsp ground black pepper
→ Butter and Garlic Sauce
05 -
4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
06 -
4 cloves garlic, minced
→ Finish
07 -
0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Crushed red pepper flakes or freshly ground black pepper, to taste (optional)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
In a large bowl, season chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add half the chicken in a single layer. Sear undisturbed for 4 minutes until golden, then flip and cook 2 more minutes until fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
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Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet and repeat the cooking process with the remaining chicken. Transfer cooked chicken to the plate.
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Reduce heat to low and melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
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Return all cooked chicken and juices to the skillet. Toss to coat thoroughly in the garlic butter sauce.
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Remove skillet from heat. Stir in Parmesan cheese until chicken is well coated. Garnish with chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes.
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Serve warm with rice, pasta, salad, or in wraps as preferred.
# Helpful Notes:
01 -
For best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan and avoid overcrowding the pan when searing the chicken.
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Cut chicken pieces evenly to ensure consistent cooking time and texture.
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Adjust spice level with red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper if desired.