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Delicious Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites served with a flavorful sauce

Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites

Tender chicken pieces breaded and baked, served with a rich cowboy butter sauce, perfect for snacking or as appetizers.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • to taste Salt and pepper

For the Cowboy Butter Sauce

  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Optional

  • your favorite dipping sauce for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt and pepper.
  • In one bowl, place the flour. In another, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.

Bread the Chicken

  • Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it into the egg, ensuring it is well coated. Finally, roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Place the breaded chicken bites on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

Cooking

  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
  • While the chicken bakes, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Once the chicken bites are done, drizzle the cowboy butter sauce over them or serve it on the side for dipping.

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Notes

For a crispy result, monitor the baking time carefully to avoid overcooking.
Keyword Appetizer Recipes, chicken bites, Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites, Game Day Snacks