Description
These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites are flavorful, crispy, and easy to prepare, making them a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Boneless
- skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Unsalted butter
- Fresh garlic
- Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cut the boneless, skinless chicken into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
- Once the chicken is cooked, reduce the heat to low and add another pat of butter along with minced fresh garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not burned.
- Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix well to coat the chicken thoroughly.
- Transfer the chicken bites to the prepared baking sheet and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For an extra crunch, you can broil the chicken bites for the last 1-2 minutes of baking. Adjust the garlic amount according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites, chicken bites, appetizer, easy recipe, garlic chicken