Grilled Chicken Bites with Creamy Garlic Sauce
These grilled chicken bites are packed with flavor—tender, smoky, and coated in a creamy garlic sauce that’s irresistibly rich. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, they’re quick to make and require simple ingredients. Serve with roasted veggies, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal!
Equipment
- ✔ Grill or grill pan
- ✔️ Mixing bowls
- ✔️ Whisk
- ✔ Tongs
- ✔ Knife & cutting board
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Prep the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using) with the chicken cubes. Toss until well-coated.
- 2️⃣ Grill the Chicken:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Arrange chicken pieces and grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- 3️⃣ Make the Garlic Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- 4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:
- Arrange grilled chicken bites on a plate.
- Drizzle or dip into the creamy garlic sauce.
- Garnish with extra parsley and serve with your favorite sides!
Notes
✅ Want more flavor? Let the chicken marinate for 15-30 minutes before grilling.
✅ Make it spicy! Add extra cayenne or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
✅ Low-carb option? Skip the bread and serve with a side salad or roasted veggies.
✅ Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
✅ Make it spicy! Add extra cayenne or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
✅ Low-carb option? Skip the bread and serve with a side salad or roasted veggies.
✅ Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.