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Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet

Easy Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet

Description

Welcome, food lovers! If you’re searching for a quick, easy, and irresistibly cheesy chicken recipe, you’re in the right place. This Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet is a one-pan wonder that combines tender chicken, a creamy garlic butter sauce, and a generous layer of melted cheese.

Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is low-carb, keto-friendly, and bursting with flavor. Whether you’re a fan of garlic butter chicken, cheesy skillet meals, or easy one-pan dinners, this recipe will become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Cheesy Topping:

  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step1: Prepare the Chicken

  • Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step2: Sear the Chicken

  • Place chicken in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

  • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt the butter.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in red pepper flakes, then pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan.

Step4: Add Cream & Seasonings

  • Pour in heavy cream, and stir well.
  • Add Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  • Let simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step5: Return Chicken to Skillet

  • Add the seared chicken back to the skillet.
  • Spoon some of the garlic butter sauce over the chicken.

Step6: Add Cheese & Bake

  • Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken.
  • Cover and cook for 5 minutes on low heat until cheese melts, or place under the broiler for a golden, bubbly top.

Step7: Garnish & Serve

  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.
  • Enjoy this cheesy garlic butter chicken with your favorite side dishes!

Notes

  • Use Chicken Thighs – For extra juicy results, swap chicken breasts with boneless, skinless thighs.
  • Add Vegetables – Toss in spinach, mushrooms, or cherry tomatoes for added nutrients.
  • Adjust Heat Level – Add more red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or omit them for a milder dish.
  • Make it Lighter – Substitute half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter sauce.

Find it online: https://recipesbysophia.com/easy-cheesy-garlic-butter-chicken-skillet/