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Garlic Butter Chicken Breast

Garlic Butter Chicken Breast
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A quick and easy recipe for tender and flavorful garlic butter chicken breast, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 pounds total)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4–6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano, basil, thyme)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets, or pound them to an even 1/2-inch thickness. This ensures even cooking.
  2. Season chicken generously on both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet (oven-safe if you prefer to finish in the oven, but stovetop is fine) over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  5. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Reduce heat to medium-low.
  6. Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  7. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the garlic butter sauce over them. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, flipping once, to warm through and coat well.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately. A squeeze of lemon juice adds brightness.

Notes

  • Pounding or slicing the chicken ensures it cooks evenly and quickly.
  • Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can become bitter.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.
  • Lemon wedges add a nice acidity to cut through the richness of the butter.

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