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15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites: Easy One-Pan Recipe

ByCharlotte Montgomery November 7, 2025November 7, 2025

Introduction

This 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Bites recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken pieces are cooked in a savory garlic butter sauce and ready in just one pan. It’s simple, delicious, and sure to become a family favorite.

A close-up view of many small pieces of cooked chicken in a black pan, each piece browned and slightly crispy on the outside with a mix of light golden and darker brown shades, sprinkled with small bits of chopped green herbs, and showing a textured surface with a mix of smooth and rough patches. The background is out of focus and has a hint of white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

20 oz (1 ¼ lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried basil
½ tsp sweet paprika
½ tsp salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
Step 2: In a bowl, sprinkle the flour, dried basil, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper over the chicken pieces. Toss until they are evenly coated with the flour and herbs.
Step 3: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter melts and the oil is hot, arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer.
Step 4: Let the chicken cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes. Flip the pieces and cook for an additional 2 minutes to brown the other side.
Step 5: Add the remaining butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to the skillet. Cook for one more minute until the chicken is fully cooked and fragrant.
Step 6: Serve immediately while hot, either on its own or with your favorite sides like rice, pasta, or a fresh salad.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a little lemon juice and garlic before cooking.
Use fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary instead of dried for a different twist.
Swap the chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer a juicier texture.
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.

Storage

Store any leftover chicken bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave to keep the chicken tender and the garlic butter sauce intact.

How to Serve

The image shows many pieces of cooked chicken in a black pan. The chicken pieces are golden-brown with some darker charred spots, giving a crispy and slightly rough texture. Small green herb bits are sprinkled all over the chicken. To the right side of the pan, a smooth, light brown wooden spatula is resting among the chicken pieces. The background is a close-up view, focusing on the chicken's glossy and savory surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?

Yes, boneless skinless chicken thighs work well and tend to stay juicier. Adjust cooking time slightly as thighs may need a bit longer to cook through.

Is this recipe freezer-friendly?

While you can freeze cooked chicken bites, the texture of the garlic butter sauce may change. For best results, freeze cooked chicken pieces without the sauce and add fresh garlic butter when reheating.