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Quick and Easy Garlic Butter Chicken

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This quick and easy garlic butter chicken recipe delivers big flavor with minimal fuss, featuring tender, juicy chicken bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil, letting it heat until shimmering.
  3. Sear the chicken: Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook without moving for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove and rest: Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside while you make the sauce.
  5. Melt the butter: Reduce skillet heat to medium and add unsalted butter, allowing it to melt gently.
  6. Sauté the garlic: Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning to the melted butter, sautéing until fragrant.
  7. Coat the chicken: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon garlic butter sauce over to coat thoroughly.
  8. Finish cooking: Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes to heat chicken through and let sauce cling.
  9. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

To achieve optimal browning, dry the chicken before seasoning and use a heavy-bottomed skillet.

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Keywords: chicken, garlic butter chicken, quick dinner

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