Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 6 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your own Garlic Butter Chicken:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
5. Combine: Return the chicken to the skillet, and spoon the garlic butter sauce over the top. Add the dried thyme and stir to combine.
6. Finish Cooking: Allow the chicken to cook in the garlic butter for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring it’s fully coated in the sauce.
7. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
8. Serve: Serve the chicken with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh squeeze of flavor.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this incredible Garlic Butter Chicken effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g