These Mushroom Chicken Bites are a wonderful, low carb, flavorful dish that will delight anyone who especially has a love of mushrooms. The chicken thigh pieces are so tender and juicy, coupled with the rich taste of the cremini mushrooms that absorb all the fantastic seasonings in this recipe. This is an incredibly quick dinner you can get ready in just 25 minutes.
Mushroom Chicken Bites
I guarantee you will not be disappointed if you try this recipe. It really is quick and easy, especially for a weeknight family dinner. Although you can use other cuts of chicken, I like the chicken thighs as they are more tender and flavorful. Creamy mashed potatoes or rice pair beautifully with these chicken bites.
I’m all about whipping up quick dinners during the week, and this one ticks all the boxes, it’s ready in just 25 minutes. All the seasonings and garlicky butter really elevate the depth and taste of this, oh so easy meal. One of the best things about this, is it’s one of those one pot meals where everything gets cooked in one pan, meaning no big mess in the kitchen. Now that’s a big bonus!
What You Need To Make Mushroom Chicken Bites
There really are only a few ingredients needed to make this besides mushrooms and chicken. Once you get all the ingredients ready, your dinner will be on the dinner table in just 15 minutes!
- Oil – I usually use olive or if you prefer use your favorite to cook the chicken in.
- Chicken – Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless cut into 1 inch cubes. I prefer using chicken thighs because they’re juicier and more tender but chicken breast can be used as well.
- Salt/pepper – Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Red pepper flakes – a little bit of dried red pepper flakes add a little touch of heat. Increase the amount if you like more heat.
- Butter – I like to use unsalted butter to control how salty my dishes are but use whatever you have.
- Mushrooms – Sliced cremini mushrooms are used, and have a lot of flavor. You can substitute for other mushrooms if you prefer such as white or shiitake mushrooms.
- Onion powder – a little will adds lots of onion flavor.
- Garlic – Both garlic powder and minced fresh garlic are added to this dish for lots of garlic flavor.
- Parsley – Chopped parsley for a little garnish on the dish.
How To Make Mushroom Chicken Bites
- Season and cook chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thigh pieces and season with the Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes until the chicken browns and is cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Season and cook mushrooms: Add 2 tablespoons of the butter to the same skillet and melt. Add the sliced mushrooms then season with onion and garlic powder. Stir and cook for about 4 minutes or until the mushrooms start to brown.
- Mix chicken with mushrooms and garlic: Add the chicken back to the skillet along with any juices released in the plate. Add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Stir everything together and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes. Taste for salt and pepper and adjust as necessary.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
FAQ’s
Adding in some vegetables such as broccoli, peppers, onions, green beans or peas is always an option. Remember that you may need to up the amount of seasonings used. Also, you may want to include a bit of liquid like chicken stock so accommodate for the additional bulk.
Cremini mushrooms are simply the brown version of the common white cultivated mushroom. You can also think of them as older than the white mushroom. The smaller, white button mushroom is the youngest variety, and the larger, Portobello mushrooms are older. So the cremini falls in between.
The cremini is slightly more mature so that they have a browner color, firmer texture, and better flavor than the younger white mushrooms. Feel free to use any mushrooms you like, or a combination of varieties.
Some Tips
- If you’re really short on time, pick up a rotisserie cooked chicken instead of cooking your own.
- Mushrooms need to be cleaned. You can use the dry method of brushing them or wiping them with a cloth. If you choose to wash them with water, they should be dried as much as possible, since they act like sponges, but either method will work.
What To Serve With Mushroom Chicken Bites
I love to serve this with mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower for a complete low carb meal, or plain rice. But if you want to think outside the box, try making burritos with this or even tacos.
Other options include a good crusty bread or a nice broccoli salad.
Leftovers
Place any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. It heats up wonderfully either in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Freezer
Once thoroughly cooled, place the chicken and mushroom mixture in an airtight container or, freezer-safe bag and store in the freezer for up to 4 months. When thawed, heat through and serve with your side dish.
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Mushroom Chicken Bites
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless, cut in 1-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted, divided
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thigh pieces and season with the Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes until the chicken browns and is cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Cook the mushrooms: Add 2 tablespoons of the butter to the same skillet and melt. Add the sliced mushrooms then season with onion and garlic powder. Stir and cook for about 4 minutes or until the mushrooms start to brown.
- Finish the dish: Add the chicken back to the skillet along with any juices released in the plate. Add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Stir everything together and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes. Taste for salt and pepper and adjust as necessary. Remove from heat and garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
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Recipe Notes
- If you’re really short on time, pick up a rotisserie cooked chicken instead of cooking your own.
- Mushrooms need to be cleaned. You can use the dry method of brushing them or wiping them with a cloth. If you choose to wash them with water, they should be dried as much as possible, since they act like sponges, but either method will work.
- Place any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. It heats up wonderfully either in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- Once thoroughly cooled, place the chicken and mushroom mixture in an airtight container or, freezer-safe bag and store in the freezer for up to 4 months. When thawed, heat through and serve with your side dish.
Excellent recipe, I had to use baby Bella mushrooms as that was all the store had and added a splash of white wine at the end to help deglaze the skillet. I served with it with jasmine rice and a veggie medley that was in the freezer. This is definitely a keeper. Thanks Jo!
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it!
We loved this recipe and I didn’t make any changes whatsoever!
Rotisserie chicken yikes. ya can cook the boneless thighs Just as quick as breaking down a one of those.
This is a winner. the butter is a key ingredient serve wit wild rice add a twist finish in pan with some sour cream , as it starts to bubble top with a sprinkle of Sweet Hungarian Paprika. ” Good Appetite “