Name: Garlic Butter Chicken - Quick and Easy Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds (700g) boneless skinless chicken breasts; salt; freshly ground black pepper; dried oregano; 2-3 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth; 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter; 5 cloves garlic (, minced); 1/4 tsp (1g) paprika; 1 tsp (1g) chili flakes; fresh parsley (, for garnishing); lemon slices (, for garnishing)

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This Garlic Butter Chicken is an amazing chicken recipe that’s quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful. It takes no more than 15-20 minutes and is prepared right on your stovetop.

Tender chicken breasts are the star of this dish. Each piece is seared to golden perfection in a hot skillet, locking in those juicy, succulent flavors. Then comes the magic ingredient – a luscious garlic butter sauce. Chicken broth, butter and freshly minced garlic cloves are cooked in the residual chicken goodness, infusing the kitchen with an irresistible aroma. The chicken pieces are returned to the skillet while the sauce is coating each piece. The result is a great blend of flavors, the garlic adds a subtle kick while the butter lends a smooth, velvety finish.

For a touch of freshness, sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish and garnish with lemon slices.

Serve this Garlic Butter Chicken with your favorite side dishes like a bed of fluffy rice, pasta, quinoa or alongside seasonal vegetables. The versatility of this dish makes it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

With just a skillet and a handful of ingredients, you can create this amazing Garlic Butter Chicken, a dish that will surely become a family favorite.

How to make garlic butter chicken

Start by cutting the chicken breast into ¾ inch (2cm) long strips, for even cooking. Season both sides with a pinch of salt, freshly ground pepper, and aromatic oregano.

Heat a generous 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Gently lay the seasoned chicken strips into the pan. Let them cook for about 4-6 minutes. Once they’re beautifully golden, flip them over for another 4-6 minutes of cooking. You want that perfect, mouthwatering color on both sides.

Place the cooked chicken onto a waiting plate while you work on the next step.

Now, in the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth, add minced garlic, the butter, a touch of paprika, and a hint of chili flakes for a gentle kick. Let it simmer for about a minute until the butter melts, and garlic is releasing its irresistible fragrance.

Gently reintroduce the golden chicken back into the skillet, letting it mingle with the bubbling garlic butter sauce. Coat each piece lovingly.

Turn off the heat and sprinkle some fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor. If you’re feeling fancy, arrange some zesty lemon slices for an extra zest.

Now comes the best part, serve and savor. Pair it with your favorite side dishes and veggies.

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