Grilled Chicken Bites with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Grilled Chicken Bites with Creamy Garlic Sauce Juicy, smoky grilled chicken bites served with a rich, tangy garlic sauce.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Marinate Time 30

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course, Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Notes

Ingredients

For the chicken:

1½ lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the creamy garlic sauce:

½ cup (115g) mayonnaise
¼ cup (60g) sour cream or Greek yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced or grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cut chicken into similarly sized, bite sized pieces. Toss with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
Whisk together sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Thread chicken onto skewers if desired.
Grill 3 to 4 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Rest a few minutes, then serve with the garlic sauce for dipping or drizzled over the top.

Notes: Mince the garlic for the sauce and let it sit about 5 minutes before mixing for the fullest flavor. Don't marinate the chicken longer than a couple hours; the lemon juice can start to affect texture.

Nutrition (estimated, per serving, 4 servings, chicken and sauce): Calories: 380 | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Sodium: 520mg Nutrition information is an estimate based on standard ingredient values and will vary based on exact brands and quantities used.