Description
Tender grilled chicken bites seasoned with smoky spices and served with a rich, tangy creamy garlic sauce. This easy dish works as a party appetizer, quick dinner protein, or flavorful addition to bowls and wraps. The charred edges paired with the smooth garlic sauce create a balanced bite that’s savory, creamy, and satisfying.
Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon chili flakes optional
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
3 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Season chicken pieces with olive oil smoked paprika garlic powder onion powder salt pepper oregano and chili flakes until evenly coated
2. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium high heat and lightly oil grates
3. Grill chicken pieces in a single layer for 4 to 5 minutes per side until charred and fully cooked
4. In a bowl mix mayonnaise sour cream minced garlic lemon juice Parmesan cheese and parsley until smooth
5. Serve grilled chicken bites hot with creamy garlic sauce on the side or drizzled on top
Notes
Cut chicken into uniform pieces so they cook evenly
Do not overcrowd the grill or chicken will steam instead of char
Let chicken rest a few minutes before serving to keep it juicy
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: grilled chicken bites, creamy garlic sauce, chicken appetizer, easy chicken recipe