Craving a dinner that explodes with flavor but doesn’t chain you to the kitchen all night? Garlic Butter Chicken is your answer. This vibrant and healthy dish delivers incredible taste without sacrificing your precious time. I remember the first time I made it – even my picky eaters devoured it! A guaranteed weeknight win. Looking for a dish that’s both delicious and easy? Dive into my Garlic Butter Chicken, a recipe that’s quickly becoming a family favorite.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
This recipe instantly takes me back to summers spent with my grandmother. She always had a knack for making simple ingredients sing. While this isn’t her exact recipe, the aroma of garlic and butter sizzling in the pan instantly transports me to her cozy kitchen, filled with laughter and love. I hope this Garlic Butter Chicken recipe brings the same warmth and joy to your table!
Ingredients
- Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Ensure each piece is well coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant, without burning.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. This adds extra flavor.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce. Stir to coat the chicken evenly. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish: Stir in the fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Serve: Serve your Garlic Butter Chicken immediately over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Garlic Butter Chicken
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken pieces with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Ensure each piece is well coated.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant, without burning.4 tablespoons butter, 6 cloves garlic
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. This adds extra flavor.1/4 cup chicken broth, 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce. Stir to coat the chicken evenly. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Garnish: Stir in the fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using).1 tablespoon fresh parsley, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Serve: Serve immediately over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
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