Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites sound delicious and easy to make! Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped)
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
- Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions:
- Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. This helps them get a nice sear.
- Marinate: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in this mixture until well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, but you can go up to 2 hours if you have the time.
- Cook: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a bit of olive oil if needed. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. You might need to do this in batches depending on the size of your skillet.
- Finish: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. This helps retain the juices.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side if desired.
Tips:
- For Extra Flavor: You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat.
- Serving Suggestions: These chicken bites are great on their own, but you can also serve them over a bed of rice, with a side of vegetables, or as part of a salad.
Enjoy your flavorful and zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites!