12/02/2025
# # # **Garlic Butter Chicken Breast Recipe**
A juicy, flavorful, and easy-to-make chicken dish with a rich garlic butter sauce.
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# # # # **🕑 Total Time:**
- **Prep:** 10 minutes
- **Cook:** 15 minutes
- **Total:** 25 minutes
# # # # **🍗 Servings:** 2-4
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# # # **🛒 Ingredients:**
# # # # **For the Chicken:**
- 2 large **boneless, skinless chicken breasts** (cut in half lengthwise to make 4 cutlets)
- 1 teaspoon **salt**
- ½ teaspoon **black pepper**
- ½ teaspoon **paprika**
- ½ teaspoon **garlic powder**
- 2 tablespoons **all-purpose flour** (optional, for slight crispiness)
- 2 tablespoons **olive oil**
# # # # **For the Garlic Butter Sauce:**
- 3 tablespoons **unsalted butter**
- 4 cloves **garlic** (minced)
- ½ teaspoon **red pepper flakes** (optional, for heat)
- ½ cup **chicken broth** or white wine
- 1 tablespoon **lemon juice** (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon **Italian seasoning** (or a mix of thyme, oregano, and basil)
- 2 tablespoons **heavy cream** (optional, for a richer sauce)
- 1 tablespoon **chopped fresh parsley** (for garnish)
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# # # **🔪 Instructions:**
# # # # **1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken**
1. **Slice** each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thin cutlets.
2. **Season** both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
3. **(Optional Step)** Lightly coat the chicken with flour for a slight crispy texture.
# # # # **2️⃣ Sear the Chicken**
1. Heat **olive oil** in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken cutlets and **sear for 3-4 minutes per side** until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should reach **165°F/75°C**).
3. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
# # # # **3️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Sauce**
1. In the same pan, reduce heat to **medium** and melt the **butter**.
2. Add **garlic** and cook for **30 seconds** until fragrant.
3. Stir in **red pepper flakes** (if using), followed by **chicken broth (or wine), lemon juice, and Italian seasoning**.
4. Let it **simmer for 2 minutes**, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
5. Add **heavy cream** (if using) and stir until smooth.
# # # # **4️⃣ Combine & Serve**
1. Return the chicken to the skillet and **coat with the sauce**.
2. Simmer for **2 minutes** to absorb flavors.
3. Sprinkle with **fresh parsley** and serve immediately.
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# # # **🍽 Serving Suggestions**
- Serve with **mashed potatoes**, **rice**, or **pasta**.
- Pair with a side of **roasted vegetables** or **steamed asparagus**.
- Enjoy with a slice of **crusty bread** to soak up the sauce!
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# # # **🔥 Tips for the Best Garlic Butter Chicken**
✅ **Pound the Chicken:** If your chicken breasts are thick, pound them slightly for even cooking.
✅ **Don’t Overcrowd the Pan:** Sear in batches if needed to ensure proper browning.
✅ **Deglaze the Pan:** Scrape up all the browned bits for extra flavor in the sauce.
✅ **Make it Spicy:** Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne for heat.
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This **Garlic Butter Chicken Breast** is perfect for a quick dinner yet fancy enough for a special occasion. Enjoy! 🍗✨
