Garlic Butter Chicken
This easy Garlic Butter Chicken is a quick dinner recipe perfect to pair with any side dish and ready in only 20 minutes. It's full of decadent flavors that everyone loves and is sure to be on your weekly meal rotation.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2-2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- seasoning salt or salt and black pepper (amount as desired)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 6 minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or chicken stock
Directions
- 1
Season chicken on both sides with seasoning salt or salt and black pepper, Italian seasoning, and flour.
- 2
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken, and cook for about 5-8 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown with an internal temperature of 155-160°F. The time will depend on whether you use breasts or thighs. Transfer the par-cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
- 3
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and allow the pan to slightly cool for 1 minute. Add butter, and as it melts, scrape up any solid bits from the bottom of the pan.
- 4
Add minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not browned. If any flour remains on the cutting board, add to the skillet as well.
- 5
Add chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a simmer.
- 6
Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon the garlic butter sauce over the chicken, and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- 7
Remove from the skillet and garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired. Serve alone or over rice, pasta, or potatoes.