Description
Savor the delicious flavors of garlic mushroom chicken bites, a perfect blend of tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic garlic. This easy-to-make dish is a versatile option for a quick weeknight dinner or a savory appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Chicken Bites:
Mushroom Mixture:
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté mushrooms until tender and golden. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Deglaze Pan: Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
- Combine Ingredients: Return chicken to the skillet, toss everything together, and cook until heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan if desired. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
Notes
- For a creamy version, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream at the end.
- This recipe also works well with chicken thighs for juicier bites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
