Baked Chicken Bites
These Baked Chicken Bites are juicy, tender pieces of seasoned chicken oven-roasted to golden perfection, making them a simple, family-friendly dinner option.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons salt-free garlic pepper or garlic powder + black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust if seasoning blend has salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter cut into 12 small pieces
- fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and lightly coat a large rimmed baking sheet with non-stick spray.
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and place on a cutting board. In a small bowl, mix garlic pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, kosher salt, and cayenne. Sprinkle the seasoning over the chicken.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the chicken cubes in a single layer on the baking sheet and scatter the butter pieces over the top.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then stir the chicken. Bake for another 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Move the oven rack higher and broil for 2 minutes until the tops are golden and slightly crisp.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.