Description
Succulent grilled chicken bites dance with zesty garlic sauce, creating a Mediterranean-inspired flavor explosion. Crispy exterior and juicy interior promise a delightful culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate chicken cubes with olive oil and spices, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Preheat grill to medium heat (around 375°F), creating optimal temperature for even cooking and caramelization.
- Carefully place marinated chicken cubes on grill grates, rotating every 2-3 minutes to achieve golden-brown exterior and prevent charring.
- Cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring complete doneness and juicy texture.
- While chicken grills, prepare creamy garlic sauce by whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, freshly minced garlic, chopped parsley, tangy lemon juice, and seasoning until silky smooth.
- Transfer perfectly grilled chicken bites to elegant serving platter, positioning pieces for attractive presentation.
- Generously drizzle creamy garlic sauce over warm chicken, allowing sauce to cascade and enhance overall dish flavor profile.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley for visual appeal and subtle herbaceous note, serving immediately for maximum taste and temperature enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for uniform, quick-cooking pieces that absorb marinade evenly.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and ensure safe, stable chicken cubes.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help spices adhere better and create a perfect golden-brown exterior during grilling.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity based on heat preference, starting with a small amount for mild spice or increasing for bolder flavors.
- Use fresh garlic for the sauce to enhance the robust, aromatic profile compared to pre-minced alternatives.
- Store leftover chicken and sauce separately in airtight containers to maintain crispness and prevent soggy texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and use avocado oil for marinading.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 269 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 283 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 53 mg