Description
Garlic Mushroom Chicken Bites is a flavorful and savory dish featuring tender, seared chicken thighs cooked with earthy brown mushrooms, aromatic garlic, shallots, and bell peppers. This quick stovetop recipe combines Italian seasoning and spices to create a delicious meal perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons oil, divided
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch (2cm) pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 8 ounces sliced brown mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon brown shallot, chopped
- 1 tablespoon green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare and Sear Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces. Season the chicken with salt, cracked pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Stir well to coat the chicken in the spices. Sear the chicken pieces on all sides until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- Cook Mushrooms: In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil along with 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the sliced brown mushrooms and cook while stirring, until they begin to brown and soften, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Then add the chopped shallots and green bell pepper. Sauté these until they become soft and fragrant, approximately 3 minutes. Next, add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the cooked chicken along with any juices to the pan. Stir everything together so the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated in the pan juices. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until all vegetables are soft and the chicken is heated through.
- Season and Serve: Taste the dish and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for tenderness and juiciness.
- Brown the mushrooms well for deeper flavor.
- Adjust seasonings to taste, especially the salt and pepper.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright finish but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
