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Juicy Garlic Butter Chicken

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A warm and rich chicken dish simmered in a creamy garlic butter sauce with lemon and parsley, perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear the chicken until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside. Add butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 to 60 seconds.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the skillet.
  6. Simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in heavy cream and simmer until thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  7. Add lemon juice and season to taste. Return chicken to skillet, spooning sauce over it, and cover to simmer until the chicken reaches 165°F, about 6 to 10 minutes.
  8. Stir in chopped parsley just before serving.

Notes

Let the chicken rest after cooking to lock in juices. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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