
These grilled chicken bites are juicy, smoky, and full of flavor, paired with a rich and creamy garlic sauce that takes them to the next level! Perfect as a quick appetizer, snack, or main dish, theyβre easy to make and absolutely delicious.
π Prep Time: 10 minutes
β³ Marinate Time: 30 minutes
β³ Cook Time: 10 minutes
β± Total Time: 50 minutes
π½ Servings: 4
π₯ Calories per Serving: ~350
π Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites:
- π 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
- π’ 2 tbsp olive oil
- π§ 2 cloves garlic, minced
- πΏ 1 tsp dried oregano
- π§ Β½ tsp salt
- πΆοΈ Β½ tsp black pepper
- π Juice of Β½ lemon
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- π§ 3 cloves garlic, minced
- π§ 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- π₯ 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- π₯ 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- π§ ΒΌ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- π§ Salt & black pepper, to taste
- π 1 tsp lemon juice (for balance)
- πΏ Chopped parsley, for garnish
π©βπ³ Instructions
1οΈβ£ Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine chicken, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
2οΈβ£ Grill the Chicken:
- Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken bites for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
3οΈβ£ Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, then slowly whisk in heavy cream.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Stir until thick and creamy.
4οΈβ£ Serve & Enjoy!
- Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the grilled chicken bites or serve it as a dipping sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy warm!
π― Why Youβll Love This Recipe
βοΈ Juicy, smoky, and perfectly grilled chicken!
βοΈ Rich and creamy garlic sauce thatβs perfect for dipping.
βοΈ Great as a main dish, appetizer, or party snack.
βοΈ Easy to make & full of bold flavors!
π₯ Helpful Tips
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No grill? Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat!
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Make it spicier by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
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For extra flavor, sprinkle the chicken with smoked paprika or cayenne before grilling!
Enjoy your Grilled Chicken Bites with Creamy Garlic Sauceβa perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and garlicky goodness! ππ§ Let me know if you need more tasty recipes! π
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