Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites
Juicy cowboy butter chicken bites tossed in a bold garlic butter sauce with lemon and herbs. An easy skillet recipe perfect for busy weeknights or sharing.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
Cowboy Butter Sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard optional
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels. Season evenly with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and sear for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until fully cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss in the sauce. Cook on low heat for 1 minute to coat evenly.
- Transfer to a serving dish, drizzle with extra sauce, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over rice, in wraps, or as an appetizer. Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat.
