Description
These easy family recipes baked chicken bites are your weeknight dinner hero—juicy, crispy-edged chicken cubes seasoned to perfection and baked in just 20 minutes. Family-approved, fuss-free, and packed with bold flavor, they’re perfect over rice, salad, or straight off the tray!
Ingredients
1 pound (450g) chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon instant chicken stock, optional (lower the salt amount if using)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 420°F (220°C), conventional setting. This high heat ensures a nice golden crust.Prep the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. Aim for uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.Mix Seasonings
In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, chicken stock (if using), and Italian seasoning.Season & Coat
Place chicken pieces in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and toss with seasoning mix until evenly coated. Add butter cubes scattered over the top.Bake to Perfection
Bake in the preheated oven for 16–18 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Stir the chicken halfway through cooking for even browning.Broil for Crispiness (Optional)
For extra-crispy edges, switch to broil on high during the last 2 minutes of baking.Finish & Serve
Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make it ahead: Season the chicken the night before and refrigerate—just bake when ready.
Serving suggestion: Great over cauliflower rice, salad, or wrapped in pita.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating tip: Use an air fryer or oven to maintain crispness—avoid microwaving if possible.
Spice level: Adjust the cayenne to suit your family’s heat preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Easy Chicken Recipes
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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