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Finished lemon pepper chicken bites served on a plate, coated in lemon butter glaze and lemon zest.

Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites – Fresh, Crispy & Addictive

5 from 1 vote
These Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites are ultra crispy, zesty, and ready in just 20 minutes. Fresh lemon zest, buttery glaze, and bold pepper make this viral recipe the perfect quick dinner everyone loves.
Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken Bites:
  • 350 g chicken breast, cut into small bites
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (15 g)
  • 1 tbsp flour (15 g)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
  • Lemon Pepper Glaze:
  • 20 g butter
  • Zest from ½ lemon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (15 ml)
  • ½ tsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 tsp honey (optional, for balance)

Equipment

  • Non-stick pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Silicone spatula
  • Microplane/zester

Method
 

  1. Season the Chicken: Add chicken bites to a bowl and season with garlic powder, lemon pepper seasoning, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
    Raw diced chicken seasoned with garlic powder, lemon pepper, black pepper, and salt for lemon pepper chicken bites.
  2. Coat for Crispiness: Add cornstarch and flour, then toss well until all pieces are evenly coated.
    Chicken pieces coated with flour and cornstarch to create a crispy texture for lemon pepper chicken bites.
  3. Pan-Fry Until Golden: Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
    Chicken bites pan-frying until golden and crispy in a non-stick pan for lemon pepper chicken bites.
  4. Make the Lemon Pepper Glaze: In a small pan melt butter, then add lemon zest, lemon juice, lemon pepper seasoning, and a touch of honey.
    Lemon butter sauce with lemon zest, pepper, and seasoning melting in a saucepan for lemon pepper chicken bites.
  5. Coat the Chicken: Pour the glaze over the crispy chicken bites and toss until everything becomes glossy and fragrant.
    Crispy chicken bites being tossed in glossy lemon pepper butter sauce in a skillet for lemon pepper chicken bites.
  6. Serve: Garnish with extra lemon zest and fresh cracked pepper.
    Finished lemon pepper chicken bites served on a plate, coated in lemon butter glaze and lemon zest.

Notes

You can add extra lemon juice for a tangier flavor or a bit more butter for a richer glaze. Serve with rice, salad, wraps, or roasted potatoes.