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, they’re easy to make and absolutely delicious.
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏳ Marinate Time: 30 minutes
⏳ Cook Time: 10 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 50 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Calories per Serving: ~350
🛒 Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites:
- 🍗 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 🛢 2 tbsp olive oil
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌿 1 tsp dried oregano
- 🧂 ½ tsp salt
- 🌶️ ½ tsp black pepper
- 🍋 Juice of ½ lemon
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 🧈 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 🥄 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 🥛 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 🧀 ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 🧂 Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 🍋 1 tsp lemon juice (for balance)
- 🌿 Chopped parsley, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ 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).
2️⃣ 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.
3️⃣ 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.
4️⃣ 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!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Juicy, smoky, and perfectly grilled chicken!
✔️ Rich and creamy garlic sauce that’s perfect for dipping.
✔️ Great as a main dish, appetizer, or party snack.
✔️ Easy to make & full of bold flavors!
🔥 Helpful Tips
✅ No grill? Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat!
✅ Make it spicier by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
✅ For extra flavor, sprinkle the chicken with smoked paprika or cayenne before grilling!
Enjoy your Grilled Chicken Bites with Creamy Garlic Sauce—a perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and garlicky goodness! 🍗🧄 Let me know if you need more tasty recipes! 😊
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