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Easy Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken

Easy Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken – Best One-Pan Meal

Description

Welcome to the ultimate Garlic Butter Chicken recipe—a dish that’s rich, flavorful, and incredibly easy to prepare! If you’re looking for a quick and delicious dinner recipe, this one’s for you. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. Whether you’re a fan of creamy garlic sauce, tender chicken breasts, or bold flavors, this dish will satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ cup chicken broth or white wine
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional for a creamy version)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step1: Prepare the Chicken

  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Step2: Sear the Chicken

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken and sear for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

  • Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet.
  • Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in chicken broth (or white wine) and scrape up any browned bits from the pan.
  • Stir in lemon juice and let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.

Step4: Combine and Serve

  • Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the top.
  • Let it cook for an additional 2 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor—minced garlic from a jar doesn’t give the same depth.
  • Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
  • If using bone-in, skin-on chicken, adjust cooking time to allow proper doneness.

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