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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus

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  • Author: samahkitchen
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A one-pan meal featuring tender chicken bites and fresh asparagus coated in a delicious garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes!


Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp onion powder

2 tbsp olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

3 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp chopped parsley

For the Asparagus:

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper


Instructions

Season the Chicken – In a bowl, toss chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.

Cook the Chicken – Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Sauté the Asparagus – In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed. Sauté asparagus with salt and pepper for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.

Make the Garlic Butter Sauce – Lower heat to medium. Melt butter in the skillet, then add garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and parsley.

Combine & Serve – Return chicken and asparagus to the skillet, tossing everything in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, then serve warm!


Notes

  • Make it spicy: Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne.
  • Add more veggies: Toss in bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for extra color.

 

  • Meal prep: This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.