This garlic butter and parmesan chicken bites recipe is a skillet favorite — quick, simple, and packed with flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for a busy weeknight, a family dinner, or a hearty snack. Bite-sized pieces cook faster and stay juicier, making this dish especially appealing to kids and adults alike.
Chicken Bites Recipe with Garlic, Butter, Parmesan
Made entirely in one skillet, these garlic parmesan chicken bites deliver a rich, savory taste with minimal cleanup. Cutting the chicken into roughly one-inch pieces lets them brown quickly and stay tender. The combination of browned butter, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan gives the bites a satisfying, restaurant-style finish. Serve with rice, pasta, a green salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Watch the video to see how to make this easy skillet recipe. You will love these as much as we do!
Tips: How to Make Chicken Bites
- Best cut to use: Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are preferred for richer flavor and less dryness. Chicken breast works fine, but breast meat can dry out more easily, so slice it into even, small pieces and serve promptly.
- If you use chicken breast, serve it shortly after cooking. Letting breast meat cool and sit for too long can make it taste dry and tough.
- Cheese options: Parmesan gives this dish its classic flavor, but you can substitute other grated cheeses you enjoy, such as smoked cheddar, gouda, or pepper jack for a different twist.
- Adding vegetables: Choose quick-cooking vegetables and cut them small so they finish at the same time as the chicken. Good options include thinly sliced bell peppers, small broccoli florets, cauliflower florets, or thinly sliced celery.
- For a crispier exterior, don’t overcrowd the pan—leave small gaps between pieces so the chicken can brown.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites
4 servings
Vegetables can be added — choose quick-cooking varieties and cut them small so everything finishes together.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds (680 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into about 1” bite-sized pieces
- 1 Tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) kosher salt, or to taste
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
- 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) all-purpose flour or cornstarch
- 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
- 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) chopped parsley
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the flour or cornstarch evenly over the chicken and stir to coat. If any pieces are not fully coated, add a little more flour or cornstarch and mix again.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. When the butter is melted and sizzling, add the chicken in a single layer, leaving small spaces between pieces so they can brown. Crowding the pan prevents crisping.
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Cook the chicken until golden brown on all sides, about 2–3 minutes per side depending on piece size and whether you’re using breast or thigh. Stir occasionally so pieces brown evenly and are cooked through.
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Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic to the pan. Cook for about one minute more, or until the garlic becomes fragrant and lightly golden—take care not to burn it.
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Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information per Serving
Carbohydrates: 5 g,
Protein: 38 g,
Fat: 14 g,
Saturated Fat: 7 g,
Sodium: 664 mg,
Fiber: 1 g,
Sugar: 1 g
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