Garlic Butter Chicken Breast Recipe

One of the most delicious chicken recipes worldwide is Garlic Butter Chicken Breast.

It's flavorful, easy to make, and pairs well with rice, pasta, or  even vegetables.

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Garlic Butter Chicken Breast Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Pat dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel.
   • Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. Cook the Chicken:

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F or 75°C).
   • Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

   • In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add butter, garlic, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
   • Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to deglaze the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes.

4. Combine and Serve:

   • Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over it. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.