Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces Can use chicken thighs for juiciness.
- 2 teaspoon salt To taste.
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper To taste.
Cooking Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided Half used for cooking the shallots and chicken.
- 2 tablespoons shallots, finely minced
- 6 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- 1 Juice of 1 lemon
- to taste Fresh parsley or chives, chopped, for garnish Adds freshness and color.
Method
Preparation
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- Melt half of the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced shallots and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the smoked paprika, chili powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken pieces in a single layer, searing for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining butter to the skillet.
- Once melted, return the chicken to the skillet and add a squeeze of lemon juice. Toss to coat the chicken in the sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with chopped parsley or chives. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 28gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 200mgSugar: 1g
Notes
You can serve these Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites as an appetizer or main dish. They pair well with rice, crusty bread, or a fresh salad. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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