Description
Get ready to savor the delightful combination of juicy grilled chicken bites paired with a creamy garlic sauce. These Grilled Chicken Bites with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, backyard BBQs, or as a protein-rich snack. The tender chicken is marinated in a blend of savory ingredients, then grilled to perfection, resulting in succulent bites kissed with smoky char. The creamy garlic sauce adds a zesty and indulgent twist that elevates this dish to new heights. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, this easy recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate with olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the creamy garlic sauce by mixing mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
- Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for about 4–5 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Serve warm with the creamy garlic sauce on the side or drizzled over the chicken.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg