Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites
Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites are the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer, combining succulent chicken pieces with a rich, buttery sauce that bursts with flavor. Ideal for game nights or casual gatherings, these bites are easy to prepare and will have everyone reaching for seconds. With their golden-brown exterior and irresistible aroma, they make for a delightful addition to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in soy sauce, honey, and lemon zest; mix until well combined.
- Toss the chicken pieces in half of the butter sauce until well-coated.
- Spread the coated chicken on the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over the baked chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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