Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that will transport your taste buds to the rugged charm of the American West. With their bold, buttery flavor and irresistible texture, these bites are sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. 1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, 2 tablespoon of melted butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.
2. 2. In a small saucepan, melt the remaining 4 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the remaining 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoon of chopped parsley, 2 tablespoon of chopped chives, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. 3. Preheat your oven to 400°F or heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. If baking, arrange the marinated chicken pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly golden. For pan-frying, heat a tablespoon of oil in the skillet and cook the chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
4. 4. Once the chicken bites are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the prepared Cowboy Butter over the top and toss gently to coat the chicken evenly. Serve immediately, garnished with extra chopped parsley and chives, if desired.
Notes
These Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites are best enjoyed hot and fresh, with their crispy exterior and juicy, flavor-packed interior. They make an irresistible appetizer, but can also be incorporated into a variety of dishes, from wraps and salads to pasta and grain bowls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking or Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter, Chicken Bites, Appetizer
