Lemon & Garlic Chicken Bites

Here’s a simple and flavorful Lemon & Garlic Chicken Bites recipe — perfect as an appetizer, light meal, or salad topping.

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🍋 Lemon & Garlic Chicken Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• Zest of 1 lemon

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh)

• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for color)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.

   • Add chicken pieces and toss to coat.

   • Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).

2. Cook the Chicken:

   • Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

   • Add the chicken (in batches if needed to avoid crowding) and cook for about 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.

3. Finish & Serve:

   • Optional: Squeeze extra lemon juice over the top before serving.

   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

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Serving Suggestions:

• Over rice or quinoa

• With roasted vegetables

• In pita wraps with tzatziki

• As party skewers or toothpick bites

Let me know if you’d like a version for air fryer, oven, or meal prep!