These crispy, yet tender, Paprika Chicken Bites will have your friends and family asking for more! They are delicious served all by themselves or over GF Pasta and my oven roasted veggies! And, the Lemon really comes out when served cold, making this recipe perfect for a picnic lunch. Enjoy :)
¼CupParmesan Cheese, grated or shreddedI use shredded, because that is all we have in our area
1tspDried Oregano
1tspSalt
1tspGround Black Pepper
The Chicken:
3-4MediumChicken Breastsrinsed, patted dry and cut into bite-size pieces
The Coating:
1CupAll-Purpose Gluten Free FlourI use King Arthur brand
4tspPaprika
½tspGround Black Pepper
1TbspParmesan Cheese, grated or shredded
½CupSalted ButterI use Land O Lakes
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine all of the Marinade Ingredients until completely blended.
Place the prepared, bite-size pieces of chicken into a large resealable plastic bag.
Pour the Marinade into the bag with the chicken and close bag securely. Smoosh the chicken around in the marinade to evenly coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
While the chicken is marinating in the refrigerator, combine the GF Flour Blend, Paprika, Pepper and Parmesan Cheese in a Large bowl, mixing well.
Once the chicken has finished marinating, melt the butter in a Large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken pieces from the marinade to the GF Flour mixture in the large bowl. Gently toss to evenly coat all of the chicken pieces.
Once the chicken is ready to cook, transfer the pieces to the large skillet containing the melted butter. Do not move the chicken around for 1-2 minutes, allowing the pieces to turn golden and crispy. Gently flip the pieces over to cook all sides...you may have to reduce the temperature once things get going ;). Test a piece after about 5 minutes to see if it's done (no longer pink inside). I usually cook mine for a total of 8-10 minutes.
Serve with your favorite sides, over rice or pasta or just by themselves! They are FULL of flavor :). We serve ours over GF Pasta and my oven-roasted veggies...kind of a Chicken Alfredo Bowl!