Description
Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings zesty goodness to your table. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these tender chicken bites are infused with fresh lemon juice and aromatic garlic, creating an irresistible taste that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 medium lemon (juiced)
- Fresh herbs (oregano, basil, parsley)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the seasoned chicken for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until fragrant.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken and stir to combine.
- Serve hot as a main dish or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and spices for 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping herbs according to preference.