Description

These Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites are juicy, golden-seared chunks of chicken tossed in a zesty, garlicky cowboy butter sauce. Bursting with lemon, herbs, Dijon mustard, and a hint of heat, this dish is perfect for parties, meal prep, or an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1 tbsp olive oil

4 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Season the Chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in batches, cooking until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
Prepare Cowboy Butter: In the same skillet, melt butter. Stir in garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, and parsley. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Combine and Finish: Return cooked chicken to the skillet and toss in the cowboy butter until fully coated. Let simmer for 1 more minute.
Serve: Garnish with extra parsley and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner