Description
These Chicken Bites are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic, they’re pan-fried to perfection and finished with a buttery parsley sauce. Perfect as an appetizer, a main course, or a protein boost to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
- 1 1/2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 large garlic cloves, grated
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Season Chicken: In a medium mixing bowl, add chicken, 1/2 tablespoon oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat each chicken piece.
- Sear Chicken (Part 1): Preheat a cast iron skillet on medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add half of the chicken pieces in a single layer. Fry for 3-4 minutes without touching, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Sear Chicken (Part 2): Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and cover. Repeat with the remaining chicken, leaving it in the skillet. Add more oil if the pan is dry. You may need to cook for less time after flipping as the skillet will be hotter.
- Add Butter and Garlic: Return the previously cooked chicken bites to the skillet along with butter and garlic. Stir until butter is melted and turn off heat.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve immediately with rice, potatoes, or salad
Notes
- Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Reheat quickly in a skillet with a bit of oil. You can microwave them if short on time, but that generally dries out small chicken pieces. Air fryer at 380°F (193°C) for 2-3 minutes works great though.
- Freeze: Freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 281 kcal
- Sugar: 0.05 g
- Sodium: 344 mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
