🍗 Garlic Butter Chicken Bites and Asparagus (Mediterranean Style)
This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites and Asparagus recipe is a quick, one-pan meal that’s juicy, flavorful, and packed with protein. Tender chicken pieces are seared in garlic herb butter and tossed with crisp asparagus for a low-carb dinner ready in just 20 minutes.
Simple, clean, and absolutely delicious 💛
🌿 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
-
Ready in 20 minutes
-
One-pan meal
-
High-protein & low-carb
-
Keto-friendly
-
Perfect for meal prep
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
-
2 large chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized cubes)
-
1 bunch asparagus (trimmed & cut into 2-inch pieces)
-
3 tablespoons butter
-
1 tablespoon olive oil
-
4 cloves garlic (minced)
-
½ teaspoon paprika
-
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
-
Salt & black pepper to taste
-
1 tablespoon lemon juice
-
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
-
Optional: red chili flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Season the Chicken
Pat chicken dry.
Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
2️⃣ Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken in a single layer.
Cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Cook the Asparagus
In the same pan, add remaining butter.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add asparagus and sauté 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
4️⃣ Combine
Return chicken to the pan.
Drizzle with lemon juice.
Toss everything together and cook 1–2 minutes.
5️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and optional chili flakes.
Serve warm.
🍽 Serving Ideas
-
Serve over cauliflower rice (low-carb)
-
Pair with quinoa or brown rice
-
Add a side of Mediterranean cucumber salad
-
Serve with mashed potatoes for comfort style
🥗 Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
-
Calories: ~340
-
Protein: 36g
-
Carbs: 6g
-
Fat: 20g
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes! Boneless thighs are even juicier.
Q2: How do I avoid dry chicken?
Don’t overcrowd the pan and avoid overcooking.
Q3: Can I meal prep this?
Absolutely. Store in fridge up to 4 days.
Q4: Can I add cheese?
Yes! Parmesan on top adds great flavor.
