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Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet Recipe

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This Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, then cooked to perfection in a skillet with a rich garlic butter sauce infused with honey, Italian seasoning, and parsley. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is a quick, savory meal perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Slice each chicken breast lengthwise through the middle to create four thinner cutlets, which helps them cook more evenly and quickly.
  2. Season Chicken: In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, paprika, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken cutlet to ensure a balanced flavor.
  3. Sear Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the chicken cutlets. Sear on one side for 2 to 3 minutes until browned, then flip and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
  4. Make Garlic Butter Sauce: While the chicken is cooking, melt the butter in a small bowl or liquid measuring cup using the microwave. Stir in the minced garlic, honey, Italian seasoning, and dried parsley to create a fragrant sauce.
  5. Add Sauce to Skillet: Reduce the skillet heat to medium-low. Pour the prepared garlic butter sauce into the skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze and release any browned bits left from cooking the chicken. Return all the chicken cutlets to the pan along with any juices collected on the plate.
  6. Simmer and Serve: Let the chicken simmer gently over medium-low heat for a couple of minutes, occasionally spooning the sauce over the chicken to coat it well. Serve hot and enjoy a flavorful, buttery chicken dish.

Notes

  • Make sure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
  • Slicing the chicken into thinner cutlets helps them cook faster and more evenly.
  • You can substitute fresh parsley if preferred, adding it at the end of cooking for a fresher flavor.
  • For a low-sodium option, reduce the kosher salt or omit entirely and adjust seasoning accordingly.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

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