Description
A cozy and aromatic garlic butter chicken dish that comes together in about 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, add butter, and melt completely.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Notes
For extra flavor, substitute chicken breasts with thighs or use olive oil instead of butter for a lighter option. Add a splash of cream for a creamy version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, garlic butter, easy recipe, weeknight dinner, cozy meal