Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Roasted Potatoes
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Roasted Potatoes is a delightful dish that perfectly harmonizes juicy chicken with crispy, flavorful potatoes. This easy-to-make recipe fills your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas, making it ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or gatherings. With rich garlic butter and fresh herbs, each bite promises a comforting taste sensation. Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, this dish will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss chicken bites with olive oil, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and herbs in a large bowl.
- Spread seasoned chicken and halved potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through while potatoes are crispy outside and tender inside.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the dish before serving for an added burst of freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the garlic mixture. Feel free to substitute baby potatoes with sweet potatoes or seasonal veggies like carrots. Allow the chicken to rest post-cooking to retain juiciness.