Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken Bites

Ingredients

- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested

Instructions

1. Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot for roasting.
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it with olive oil to prevent sticking.

2. Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken breast pieces, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly so that the chicken pieces are well coated with the marinade.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors better.

3. Roasting the Chicken:
- Spread the marinated chicken evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure that the pieces don't overlap for even cooking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
- Roast the chicken for about 15-20 minutes, or until the pieces are golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

4. Final Touches:
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. This helps retain the juices.
- Transfer the chicken bites to a serving platter and garnish with extra lemon zest if desired for a fresh burst of flavor.

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Chicken Snack, Roasted Chicken, Lemon Garlic Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, Oven Roasted Chicken, Quick Snack, Garlic Chicken Bites, Savory Snack, Baked Chicken, Healthy Snack

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 880 calories for the entire dish

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