Garlic Butter Chicken Breast
This Garlic Butter Chicken Breast is juicy, tender, and packed with rich buttery garlic flavor. It's a quick one-pan dinner that feels special but is super easy to make any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika optional
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon slices optional, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry using paper towels. Sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6–7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F or 75°C). Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium. Add butter and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for 30–60 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Return the chicken breasts to the pan. Spoon the garlic butter sauce over the chicken and cook for 1–2 more minutes so the flavors soak in.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices if desired. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed veggies.
Notes
- Pound the chicken breast to even thickness so it cooks evenly and quickly without drying out.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—give the chicken space to sear and brown properly for flavor.