Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites: Bold, Buttery, and Finger-Licking Good
Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites are a delightful fusion of bold flavors and buttery goodness, perfect for any gathering. These tender chicken morsels are enveloped in a rich sauce made with garlic, lemon, and spices that will tantalize your taste buds. Ready in just 25 minutes, they offer an incredibly quick and satisfying dish that works wonderfully as an appetizer or a main course. With kid-friendly bite-sized pieces and a zesty kick, these chicken bites are guaranteed to impress guests and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Optional: ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches until golden brown (about 34 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, parsley, and thyme until well combined.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 12 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 30g