Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites are small, juicy pieces of chicken coated in a light breading, pan-seared or air-fried until golden, then tossed in a rich garlic-butter-Parmesan sauce. They’re easy to make, ready in under 30 minutes, and ideal for weeknight dinners or party platters.

 Time Overview

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12–15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

For the Chicken Bites

Chicken breast or thighs 500 g

Olive oil 1 tbsp

All-purpose flour  ¼ cup

Paprika ½ tsp

Garlic powder ½ tsp

Salt ½ tsp

Black pepper ¼ tsp

For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Olive Oil 3 tbsp

Garlic 4 cloves, minced

Parmesan cheese ½ cup, finely grated

Fresh parsley 2 tbsp, chopped

Red pepper flakes a pinch

Instructions

Step 1Prep the chicken

Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels.

In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil.

Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in another bowl.

Coat chicken pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

Step 2Cook the chicken

Pan-fry method:

Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Cook chicken pieces 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

Air fryer method:

Spray basket with oil.

Air fry chicken at 200°C (400°F) for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy.

Step 3Make the sauce

In a separate small pan, melt butter over medium-low heat.

Add minced garlic and saute for 30–40 seconds until fragrant (don’t burn).

Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Step 4Combine

Toss cooked chicken bites in the garlic-Parmesan butter sauce until well coated.

Sprinkle extra Parmesan and parsley before serving.

Notes & Tips

For extra crispiness: Double-coat chicken — dip in beaten egg, then flour mixture.

Cheese choice: Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and melting.

Make ahead: Cook chicken ahead of time and reheat in the oven, then toss in sauce before serving.

Low-carb version: Skip flour and just season chicken before cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Q1: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breast?
Yes, thighs stay juicier and work great for this recipe.

Q2: Can I bake them instead of frying?
Yes, bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.

Q3: How do I prevent garlic from burning?
Cook it on low heat and add it to butter after removing from the heat source.

Nutritional Value 

Calories: 310 kcal

Protein: 29 g

Fat: 17 g

Carbohydrates: 8 g

Fiber: 0.5 g

Sodium: 480 mg

 

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