Chicken Bites(Makes 6 Dozen)
Juicy chicken bites coated with crushed crackers and Parmesan, served with a creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for parties or family gatherings craving savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boned, skinned, pounded and cut in pieces ⓘ
- 1 cup finely crushed round buttery crackers ⓘ
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese ⓘ
- 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper ⓘ
- 1/2 cup margarine or butter, melted ⓘ
- 3 pounds chicken wings ⓘ
- 1 cup sugar ⓘ
- 1 cup white wine ⓘ
- 1 tablespoon ginger (optional) ⓘ
- 3 cloves minced garlic ⓘ
- 1/2 cup soy sauce ⓘ
- 1 pound mushrooms ⓘ
- 1/4 cup butter ⓘ
- 3 to 4 tablespoons flour ⓘ
- 3/4 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 1 cup light cream ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice ⓘ
Instructions
- Clean and chop mushrooms; sauté in butter for 5 minutes.
- Blend flour and salt; stir in light cream.
- Cook until thickened.
- Add chopped chives and lemon juice to the sauce; set aside.
Tips & Substitutions
To ensure your chicken bites are juicy, avoid overcooking the chicken pieces. For a gluten-free option, substitute the crackers with crushed gluten-free crackers or breadcrumbs. If you don't have walnuts, pecans or almonds can work as a substitute. For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in soy sauce and ginger before cooking. This recipe can also be adapted into a creamy sauce for Mushroom Chicken Surprise by blending in the sautéed mushrooms.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these delicious chicken bites as an appetizer or snack at your next gathering. They pair beautifully with a side of garlic dipping sauce or a fresh salad. For a complete meal, consider serving them alongside Country Chicken-Vegetable Soup or Quick Turtle Soup. Garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or additional chives can enhance both presentation and flavor.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the chicken bites in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes until warmed through. You can also microwave them for 1-2 minutes, but this may result in a less crispy texture. To maintain quality, avoid reheating multiple times.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Chicken Bites(Makes 6 Dozen) contains roughly 3310 calories, with 81g protein, 135g carbohydrates, and 294g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (560% of the Daily Value), vitamin A (260% of the Daily Value), and dietary fiber (168% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1071mg per serving (47% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken, but make sure to fully thaw it in the refrigerator before preparing the recipe. This ensures even cooking. It's best not to cook from frozen, as it can lead to uneven cooking and affect the texture of the chicken bites.
What can I substitute for light cream?
If you don’t have light cream, you can use half-and-half or a mixture of milk and butter (2 tablespoons of melted butter mixed with 1 cup of milk). This will mimic the richness of light cream while keeping the sauce creamy and flavorful.
How can I make this dish spicier?
To add some heat to your chicken bites, consider incorporating red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper into the seasoning mix. You could also serve them with a spicy dipping sauce, such as sriracha mixed with soy sauce or a homemade chili garlic sauce for an extra kick.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).