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Garlic Butter Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A flavorful and easy-to-make chicken dish featuring garlic, herbs, and butter, perfect for a quick dinner.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or to taste)

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional) (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally, pat dry, and season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute. Stir in thyme, parsley, and oregano.
  • Return chicken to skillet, spoon garlic butter over, and simmer for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Butter, chicken, Garlic