Description
Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings a burst of zesty goodness to your table. Perfect for any occasion, these tender bites of chicken are infused with the aromatic flavors of fresh garlic and tangy lemon, making them an ideal choice for appetizers or a light main course. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, they are great for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. These delightful morsels promise to impress with their vibrant taste and versatility, allowing you to serve them in various ways—whether as finger food at parties or over a bed of greens for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/2 medium lemon (juiced)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper; season the chicken pieces.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the remaining butter and minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken and stir to combine.
- Serve immediately as an appetizer or main dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg