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Easy Garlic Butter Chicken Dinner Recipe with 5 Simple Ingredients to Try Tonight

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A quick and fuss-free garlic butter chicken recipe using just five simple ingredients, delivering a savory, buttery, and comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinner cutlets preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Let the butter melt and foam but do not let it brown too fast. (2 minutes)
  3. Add the chicken breasts carefully to the pan. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes on the first side until a deep golden brown crust forms.
  4. Flip the chicken over and immediately add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic around the chicken. Baste the garlic butter over the chicken as it finishes cooking. Cook for another 5-6 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). (10-12 minutes)
  5. Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest on a plate for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  6. Optional: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and sprinkle chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry for a good sear. Add garlic after flipping chicken to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Butter temperature should be medium heat to avoid burning. Optional lemon juice and parsley add brightness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter. Chicken thighs can be used but adjust cooking time.

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