Description
This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites recipe features tender, juicy chicken breast pieces cooked to golden perfection in a savory garlic butter sauce. Quick and easy to prepare, these flavorful bites make a perfect weeknight dinner or meal prep option that pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables or rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1” pieces
- 1/4 cup arrowroot or potato starch
- 1 tablespoon Trader Joe’s 21 Seasoning Salute or Mrs. Dash seasoning
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauté
- 5 tablespoons vegan butter (divided)
- 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Add the cubed chicken to a large bowl or reusable zip-top bag. Add all the seasonings and the starch to the bowl or bag. Stir or toss until the chicken pieces are well coated evenly with the mixture.
- Heat the pan and add butter: Heat 3 tablespoons of vegan butter in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat until hot and melted.
- Cook chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces in a single layer to the pan. Cook without moving until the bottom side develops brown crispy bits, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for approximately 5 minutes until browned and mostly cooked through.
- Add remaining butter and garlic: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegan butter and 2 tablespoons of fresh minced garlic to the pan with the chicken. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is lightly browned and fragrant and the chicken is fully cooked with no pink inside.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from heat and serve immediately. This dish pairs well with steamed rice or cauliflower rice and green beans that you can quickly steam in the microwave while the chicken cooks.
- Storage: Freeze any leftover chicken bites in a sealed container for up to 3 months.
Notes
- If following Whole30, use approved compliant butter alternatives instead of vegan butter.
- Arrowroot or potato starch are used here as a gluten-free coating; for Keto, use a suitable low-carb flour alternative as needed.
- This recipe cooks quickly and is ideal for meal prep or busy weeknights.
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly and there is no pink remaining before serving.
- Optional: pair with steamed vegetables or quick microwaveable rice options for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Chicken Bites, Quick Dinner, Gluten Free Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe
