Grilled Chicken Bites Creamy Garlic (Print version)
Marinated chicken bites grilled until charred, paired with a creamy garlic-mustard sauce. Ready in 30 minutes.
# What you'll need:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Creamy Garlic Sauce
08 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
09 - 1/4 cup sour cream
10 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
11 - 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or grated
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
13 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
14 - Salt, to taste
15 - Black pepper, to taste
# How to make it:
01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss thoroughly to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a deeper flavor.
02 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers if using.
03 - Grill the chicken bites for 3 to 4 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - While the chicken is cooking, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, parsley, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
05 - Arrange the grilled chicken bites on a platter. Serve immediately with creamy garlic sauce for dipping or drizzling.
# Expert suggestions:
01 -
- These chicken bites pick up incredible flavor in minutes, so nobody has to wait long to eat.
- The silky garlic sauce gives each bite a restaurant-quality finish without any fuss.
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- Don’t rush the marinade—even 15 minutes makes a difference, but any less and the flavor falls flat.
- Minced fresh garlic in the sauce is no substitute for powder—skip it and you’ll miss the sauce’s punch.
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- Bringing the chicken closer to room temperature before grilling helps it cook evenly and keeps the inside juicy.
- Mix the sauce in advance—the flavors meld and mellow to perfection the longer they sit.