Garlic Butter Chicken
Garlic butter chicken is a delightful dish that transforms ordinary chicken into a gourmet experience. This easy-to-make recipe features juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, buttery garlic sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish pairs beautifully with rice or vegetables, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter with olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add seasoned chicken to the skillet; cook until golden brown on one side (6-7 minutes), then flip gently.
- Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in remaining butter until melted and creamy, then top with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg