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Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe

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This Garlic Butter Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked to perfection in a skillet, then topped with a rich and flavorful garlic butter sauce infused with fresh lemon juice and parsley. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an easy and delicious meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: Generously season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance their flavor before cooking.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the chicken breasts. Cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes until the chicken releases naturally from the pan and has a golden crust. Flip the chicken and continue cooking for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked.
  3. Rest the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and place them on a plate. Leave the flavorful drippings in the skillet to make the sauce.
  4. Cook the garlic: Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook while stirring for about 2 minutes, until it becomes golden brown and fragrant without burning.
  5. Add chicken stock and reduce: Pour in the chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a spoon. Let the stock simmer for about 2 minutes until it slightly reduces, concentrating the flavors.
  6. Finish the sauce: Whisk in the butter until melted. Then, gently whisk in the flour and continue cooking for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a smooth texture.
  7. Season and add freshness: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in fresh lemon juice and minced parsley. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve: Spoon the luscious garlic butter sauce over the chicken breasts. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Garlic Butter Chicken.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh garlic and fresh parsley for maximum flavor.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken breasts; cook in batches if necessary.
  • Internal temperature for cooked chicken should always reach 165°F for safety.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a little more flour while whisking or let the sauce reduce longer.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/garlic-butter-chicken-recipe/