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Garlic Butter Chicken

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A comforting, golden pan-seared dish that balances rich butter with bright lemon and a heady garlic aroma.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 2 pork tenderloins (about 1 to 1½ pounds each)
  • ¼ cup (40 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (120 ml) chicken stock (low-sodium preferred)
  • 6 tablespoons (90 g) unsalted butter (divided into chunks)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced or finely diced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)
  • 1 lemon (divided into 4 wedges for serving)

Instructions

  1. Combine the flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish and mix well.
  2. Butterfly the chicken breasts through the center to make 4 even-sized pieces. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to coat evenly, then set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  4. Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add the chicken stock.
  5. Add the remaining butter (5 tablespoons) to the pan and whisk until it melts, creating a slightly cloudy sauce. Stir in the parsley and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan, spoon the sauce over it, and simmer for a few minutes. Serve with a drizzle of sauce and a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

Use room temperature meat for even cooking. When whisking in cold butter, add gradually for a silky sauce.

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