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Garlic Butter Chicken

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A quick and flavorful garlic butter chicken recipe that comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, optional for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  3. Set the chicken aside: Remove the cooked chicken and keep warm under foil.
  4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add butter and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Combine and Serve: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Garnish and Enjoy: Transfer to plates, top with remaining sauce and fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature chicken for even cooking. Do not overcrowd the pan to achieve a proper sear.

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