Can I make prep garlic butter chicken bites?

Yes, absolutely. You can cook the chicken and asparagus up to 3 days in advance and store them in the fridge in an airtight container. When ready to eat, reheat gently in a skillet over low heat with a little extra butter or olive oil to keep everything moist and flavorful.

What’s the best cut of chicken for this recipe?

Both chicken breast and thighs work well. Breasts cook faster and stay lean, while thighs bring extra flavor and tenderness. If you're following a strict keto diet, thighs have slightly more fat which can help meet your macros.

Can I use frozen asparagus or other veggies?

Yes, frozen asparagus will work, just thaw and pat dry before adding it to the pan to avoid excess water. You can also swap in green beans, broccoli, zucchini, or bell peppers. Just keep the cook time similar and don’t overcrowd the pan so the veggies stay crisp.

Easy Keto Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus Recipe

Keto Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Asparagus

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Juicy garlic butter chicken bites cooked with tender asparagus in one pan. A fast and flavorful low carb dinner perfect for the keto diet or anyone needing an easy health dinner recipe.

Author: Jane Summerfield
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Course, Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American, Keto, Low-Carb

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 garlic cloves, minced
Juice of ½ lemon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed
1 tablespoon butter (for asparagus)
Pinch of salt for asparagus

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Instructions

Season chicken with paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and sear 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Add lemon juice and stir.
Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat in garlic butter.
Move chicken aside (or remove briefly). Add asparagus with 1 tablespoon butter and a pinch of salt. Sauté 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
Stir everything together. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

Swap asparagus for green beans or broccoli if needed.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Add dinner rolls on the side if you’re feeding non-keto eaters.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 370 Sugar: 1g Sodium: 340mg Fat: 24g Saturated Fat: 10g Unsaturated Fat: 12g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 5g Fiber: 2g Protein: 32g Cholesterol: 110mg

Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-garlic-butter-chicken-bites-with-asparagus/