Description
Experience a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen with this Garlic Butter Chicken Breast. This high-protein, gourmet dish features juicy, tender poultry seared to golden perfection and finished in a rich, aromatic emulsion of melted butter and fresh garlic. It is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance, making it an ideal choice for both busy weeknights and sophisticated dinner guests. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a nutritious and savory culinary experience.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 tbsp unsalted high-fat European style butter
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Kosher salt to taste
Cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
Slice chicken breasts into even cutlets.
Pat the chicken surfaces completely dry with paper towels.
Season both sides of the chicken liberally with kosher salt and cracked black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers.
Place chicken breasts into the skillet, ensuring space between them.
Sear chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Reduce heat to low and add the butter and minced garlic directly into the pan.
Baste the chicken continuously with the foaming garlic butter for 2 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is patted completely dry before searing to achieve the best crust. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety. If the garlic begins to brown too quickly, remove from heat or add a splash of chicken stock to stop the cooking process.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 145mg