Description
Succulent Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken elevates weeknight dinners with rich, comforting flavors that dance across palates. Garlic-infused butter and tender chicken create a luxurious meal promising restaurant-quality satisfaction you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Coating:
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup (120 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cooking Liquids and Aromatics:
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil
- 4 tablespoons (60 g) unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by generously seasoning both sides with salt and pepper, then delicately coat each breast with a light dusting of flour, carefully shaking off any excess powder.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, creating a sizzling surface for the chicken. Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts into the pan, cooking each side for 4-5 minutes until a beautiful golden-brown crust forms and the meat is thoroughly cooked. Transfer the chicken to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and introduce minced garlic, allowing it to release its aromatic essence for approximately one minute. Swiftly incorporate Italian seasoning, chicken broth, and a splash of bright lemon juice, stirring to create a harmonious sauce.
- Lower the heat and let the sauce gently simmer, developing rich flavors for 2-3 minutes. Carefully return the cooked chicken to the skillet, lovingly basting each piece with the fragrant garlic butter sauce and allowing it to warm through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped parsley over the top, creating a vibrant garnish that adds both color and a burst of fresh flavor. Serve immediately while the chicken remains warm and the sauce is at its most tantalizing.
Notes
- Flour Coating Trick: Use a light, even dusting of flour to create a delicate golden crust that locks in moisture and adds a subtle crunch to the chicken.
- Smart Seasoning Strategy: Don’t be shy with salt and pepper; they enhance the natural flavors of the chicken and create a perfect flavor base for the garlic butter sauce.
- Garlic Intensity Control: Adjust the amount of minced garlic based on personal preference – less for a subtle hint, more for bold garlic lovers.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Swap wheat flour with almond flour or cornstarch to make the recipe gluten-free without compromising the crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg