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4 Ingredient Garlic Butter Chicken
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4-Ingredient Garlic Butter Chicken

Looking for a quick, delicious, and satisfying chicken recipe that doesn’t require a long list of ingredients? This 4-ingredient Garlic Butter Chicken is your answer!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Keyword 4 Ingredient Garlic Butter Chicken, Garlic Butter Chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 280kcal
Cost $8

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Combine and Garnish: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the garlic butter sauce over the chicken, and cook for another 2 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  1. Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh garlic and parsley elevate the flavor of this dish.
  2. Pound the Chicken: For even cooking, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before cooking.
  3. Don’t Overcook: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) for perfectly cooked, juicy meat.
  4. Deglaze the Pan: Add a splash of chicken broth or white wine to the skillet before making the sauce for extra depth of flavor.