Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Garlic Butter Chicken Bites and Asparagus!
Ingredients:
- For the Chicken Bites:
- 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon butter (for cooking)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- For the Asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
- For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken Bites:
- Season the chicken cubes with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken cubes and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Cook the Asparagus:
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the asparagus and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (optional). Stir occasionally, cooking for 4-5 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
- Remove the asparagus from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add in the crushed red pepper flakes (if using) and fresh parsley, then stir to combine. Season with salt to taste.
- Combine Everything:
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Add the cooked asparagus to the skillet and toss gently to combine.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Enjoy!
