Description
These succulent, pan-seared chicken bites are coated in a rich, aromatic garlic and herb butter sauce. A high-protein, restaurant-quality meal that is perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe locks in moisture by searing 1-inch cubes until golden, then finishing them in a buttery glaze. It is a simple, pantry-staple dinner that delivers big flavor in under fifteen minutes without any complex techniques.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Chicken Breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
1 tbsp Olive Oil
4 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tsp Dried Italian Herbs
Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
Pat the chicken cubes completely dry using paper towels to ensure a golden-brown crust.
Season the chicken generously on all sides with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Place the chicken in the pan in a single layer, ensuring pieces do not touch to avoid steaming.
Sear the chicken for three minutes per side until the edges turn a deep golden brown.
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet.
Stir in the minced garlic once the butter begins to foam slightly.
Sauté the garlic for exactly sixty seconds to prevent bitterness.
Toss the chicken bites in the bubbling garlic butter until evenly coated and cooked through.
Notes
Ensure chicken cubes are as uniform as possible for even cooking. For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during the garlic sautéing step. If you do not have butter, ghee is a perfect halal-friendly substitute.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg