Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch uniform cubes
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
  • 0.5 fresh lemon

Instructions:

  1. Pat the 1.5 lbs chicken cubes completely dry with paper towels. Note: Surface moisture is the enemy of a crispy sear.
  2. Toss the chicken in a bowl with 1 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika until evenly coated in a red hue.
  3. Heat a large skillet with 2 tbsp avocado oil over medium high heat until the oil shimmers and barely smokes.
  4. Place chicken in the pan in a single layer, ensuring no pieces touch. Note: Work in batches if your pan is too small.
  5. Sear for 3 minutes without moving them until a deep brown crust forms on the bottom.
  6. Flip the pieces and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken feels firm to the touch.
  7. Reduce heat to medium low and add 4 tbsp cold unsalted butter and 6 cloves minced garlic.
  8. Spoon the melting butter over the chicken for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and golden.
  9. Squeeze 0.5 lemon over the pan and sprinkle 1 tbsp parsley until the sauce looks glossy and thick.
  10. Remove from heat immediately to prevent the chicken from drying out.