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Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites

Juicy chicken bites cooked with garlic, butter, herbs, and a splash of fresh lemon juice—this easy skillet meal is full of flavor and ready in 20 minutes.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Toss chicken with oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Sear chicken in 1½ tbsp butter over medium heat, 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Work in batches if needed.
  • Push chicken aside, melt remaining butter, add garlic, cook 1 minute, then mix with chicken.
  • Pour in lemon juice, stir to coat, and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Serve hot over rice, salad, or veggies. Garnish with parsley if desired.