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Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites

Mouthwatering Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites in Just 25 Minutes

Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites are a quick, flavorful appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bites
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or plant-based butter for dairy-free option
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh juice preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard yellow mustard can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika is a great option
  • 1 tablespoon Herbs like parsley and thyme, or mix in oregano or basil
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Step 1: Prep the Chicken - Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Cook the Chicken - Melt butter in a skillet, add chicken, and sauté for 7-8 minutes, flip and cook for additional 7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Make the Buttery Sauce - Lower heat, add garlic, sauté for 1 minute, then add lemon juice, mustard, paprika, and herbs, stirring for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Toss and Coat - Return chicken to skillet, toss in sauce until fully coated and cook for another minute.
  5. Step 5: Serve - Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with herbs and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites are customizable and can be made dairy-free with plant-based butter. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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