Garlic Chicken Bites

Thoroughly wash the chicken and pat it dry before cutting into 1-inch cubes. Place the chicken in a mixing bowl.

Add the black pepper, salt, Italian herbs, garlic powder, cornflour, and lemon juice. Toss well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

Heat a little oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet, making sure they are spaced apart. Sear until golden brown on one side, then flip to cook the other side evenly. Cook until the chicken is almost done, then transfer it to a plate.

In the same skillet, melt 1½ tbsp butter over medium heat.

Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about a minute until it becomes fragrant.

Stir in the chilli flakes briefly.

Return the chicken pieces to the skillet, tossing them in the garlic butter mixture. Add the remaining butter and continue to toss until the chicken is fully coated.

Finally, add the chopped spring onions and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the greens soften slightly.

Serve the Garlic Chicken Bites hot, either with steamed rice or as a delicious appetizer.