Description
This elegant garlic butter chicken breast is a perfect weeknight solution for a restaurant-quality meal. By pan-searing the poultry, we achieve a beautiful golden-brown crust while keeping the inside succulent and moist. Coated in a rich, aromatic emulsion of melted butter, fresh minced garlic, and savory herbs, this high-protein dish delivers deep, satisfying flavor in under thirty minutes. It is a reliable, straightforward method that guarantees perfectly cooked chicken every single time.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken breast, halved horizontally
4 tbsp Unsalted butter
4 cloves Garlic, minced
2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp Dried parsley
Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a superior golden crust.
Season both sides of the chicken liberally with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place the chicken breasts in the pan and sear for six minutes per side until golden brown.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet alongside the chicken.
Stir in the minced garlic once the butter begins to foam slightly.
Baste the chicken continuously with the melting garlic butter for two additional minutes.
Sprinkle the dried parsley over the pan contents before removing from the heat.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is patted completely dry before searing to achieve the best crust. Use fresh parsley if available for a more vibrant flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Trends Recipes
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American/Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg