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Garlic Butter Chicken

Garlic Butter Chicken
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A quick and easy Garlic Butter Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts or thighs cooked to golden perfection and bathed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce infused with fresh herbs and lemon juice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this flavorful dish combines simple pantry staples to create a comforting yet elegant meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat your chicken pieces dry with paper towels, then season generously on both sides with salt and pepper. Dry chicken helps ensure a perfect sear for a golden crust.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until a deep golden crust forms, about 5-6 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove chicken and set aside once cooked through.
  3. Create the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the same pan along with minced garlic, stirring constantly until fragrant but not burnt, about 1-2 minutes. This step is crucial for getting that smooth, garlicky sauce.
  4. Finish the Sauce: Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley, then return the chicken to the pan. Spoon the buttery sauce over the chicken and let it simmer together for a minute or two to meld flavors.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Plate the chicken with extra garlic butter sauce spooned generously over the top and garnish with more parsley for a fresh finish. Ready to dig in!

Notes

  • Let chicken sit out for 15 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if necessary to get a good sear.
  • Use fresh minced garlic for the best flavor; avoid jarred pre-minced garlic.
  • Add lemon juice at the end to retain its bright flavor.
  • Use unsalted butter to better control seasoning and texture.

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Keywords: garlic butter chicken, quick chicken recipe, easy dinner, chicken thighs, boneless chicken, garlic sauce, skillet chicken, weeknight meal, comfort food

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