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Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites Recipe

Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites Recipe
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Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites are tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken seasoned with smoky spices and garlic, seared to perfection, then tossed in a rich and flavorful blend of butter, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes. This easy skillet recipe delivers a delicious, savory dish that’s perfect as an appetizer or main course and can be ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 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

Cowboy Butter Sauce

  • 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

  1. Season the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Toss well to evenly coat the chicken with the seasoning mixture.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each batch until the chicken turns golden brown on all sides and is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Prepare Cowboy Butter: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes, stirring to combine. Cook the sauce for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken pieces back into the skillet with the cowboy butter sauce. Toss thoroughly to coat every piece with the flavorful sauce. Let it simmer together for 1 minute, allowing the chicken to soak up the delicious butter mixture.
  5. Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken bites for a fresh herbaceous touch. Serve immediately as a hearty appetizer or main dish alongside your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful bites; breasts will be leaner but still tasty.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control the heat level to your preference.
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure your Dijon mustard contains no gluten additives.
  • Serve with warm bread, rice, or a fresh salad to make a complete meal.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.

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