Port and Paprika Chicken Bites
Transform your weeknight dinners or party platters with these irresistible Port and Paprika Chicken Bites—a simple, flavor-packed recipe that pairs smoky, sweet, and herbaceous notes with tender, juicy chicken. Infused with the warm spices of sweet and smoked paprika, garlic, and thyme, these bite-sized chicken pieces are marinated in rich, velvety port wine for a subtle sweetness that elevates every bite. Pan-seared to perfection with a golden caramelized crust, this quick and easy dish comes together in just 30 minutes of active cooking and prep time. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or main dish served over rice or salad, these chicken bites are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 60 milliliters Port wine
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes.
In a large bowl, combine sweet paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves.
Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
Pour in the port wine and 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then toss again to combine. Cover the bowl and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a more intense flavor.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter.
Once the butter has melted and the skillet is hot, add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on one side without moving to develop a golden crust, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and golden brown on all sides.
Remove the cooked chicken bites from the skillet and repeat with the remaining chicken, if necessary.
Serve the Port and Paprika Chicken Bites hot, garnished with extra thyme leaves if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 2812 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 155.2 g | 310% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 334 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
