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garlic butter chicken breast in a skillet.

Garlic Butter Chicken Breast

Ajoke
This garlic butter chicken breast will make a fantastic dinner. It is packed with flavor, buttery, garlicky, tender and juicy chicken that will leave your family asking for more. It is ready in 30 minutes, and you only need a handful of ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Chicken
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 352 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 50 g unsalted butter
  • 2 Tablespoon Olive oil
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
  • 4 garlic cloves chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tablespoon cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Start by prepping the chicken breasts. Pat it dry with a kitchen paper towel. Place the chicken breast on a chopping board.
    Using a sharp knife, slice the chicken breast lengthwise into two or three cutlets (depending on the size).
    2 large boneless skinless chicken breast
  • Season the chicken on both sides with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and Cajun seasoning (reserve some for later).
    1 Tablespoon cajun seasoning, Salt and pepper to taste
  • In a shallow dish or tray (this is what I used), add all-purpose flour and the remaining Cajun seasoning and stir to combine.
    ½ cup all-purpose flour, 1 Tablespoon cajun seasoning
  • Working with one cutlet at a time, dredge each piece of chicken cutlets in the flour evenly on both sides, shaking off any excess flour. Repeat this until you exhaust the chicken, and discard any leftover flour.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and heat until hot and shimmering but not burning.
    2 Tablespoon Olive oil
  • Carefully place the coated chicken cutlet into the skillet and cook until golden brown on one side (around 3 minutes). Flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken onto a plate.
  • Reduce the heat and use a paper towel to bloat the oil in the pan if it's more than a teaspoon.
  • Add butter to the pan and leave to melt. Add chopped garlic and cook for about 20 seconds, stirring constantly. Do not let the garlic burn, as it will become bitter.
    50 g unsalted butter, 4 garlic cloves
  • Stir in the chopped parsley quickly until fragrant.
    2 Tablespoons fresh parsley
  • Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
    ½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
  • Return the cooked chicken cutlets to the skillet. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken to coat it nicely and keep it warm. Simmer for 2-3 minutes (flip the chicken in the sauce if you prefer). This will help thicken the sauce as it cooks.
  • Remove from heat and add more chopped parsley for garnish before serving. Enjoy

Notes

Variations 
This recipe is very versatile. Here are some variations you can try:
Add cheese: Add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese on top of the chicken cutlets when serving for an extra flavor boost.
Spicy chicken: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the flour mixture or sauce for a little kick of spice.
Add capers and lemon juice: turn this recipe to lemon caper chicken. Follow the recipe and add 1-2 Tablespoons of crushed capers and lemon juice when you add the parsley. You can also substitute the chicken stock for a dry white wine.
Creamier sauce: For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream or creme Fraiche before adding the chicken back into the skillet.
Tips
  • Make sure to pat dry your chicken breast before cooking to avoid excess moisture in the pan, which can prevent browning.
  • If using smaller chicken breasts, pound it with a meat mallet for even thickness.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 27gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 145mgPotassium: 526mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 1377IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 2mg

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