Description

This Garlic Butter Chicken is a quick, flavorful, and comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and coated in a rich, garlicky butter sauce infused with herbs. Serve it with rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the buttery goodness!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

4 tbsp unsalted butter
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth (or white wine for extra flavor)
1 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried thyme, oregano, and basil)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for a bright flavor boost)

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Instructions

. Season and prepare the chicken:

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).

2. Sear the chicken:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken and set aside.

3. Make the garlic butter sauce:

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth (or white wine) and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir in the Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

4. Combine and serve:

Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the top. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to reheat the chicken and let it absorb the flavors.
Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream to the garlic butter sauce.
This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or pasta.
If using chicken thighs instead of breasts, adjust the cooking time as needed since they may take slightly longer.