Grilled Chicken Bites with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Ingredients :

For the Chicken:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts , cut into 1-inch cubes

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons sour cream

2 cloves garlic , minced

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/4 teaspoon salt

Fresh parsley , chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions :

1️⃣. Marinate the Chicken

In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken cubes and toss until evenly coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor.

2️⃣. Prepare the Sauce

While the chicken marinates, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside.

Pro Tip: For extra garlic flavor, let the sauce rest for 10–15 minutes before serving.

3️⃣. Grill the Chicken

Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken cubes in a single layer. Cook for about 3–4 minutes per side , or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.

Alternatively, you can thread the chicken onto skewers for a fun presentation and grill them the same way.

4️⃣. Serve with Sauce

Transfer the grilled chicken bites to a serving plate or platter. Drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce or serve it on the side for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.