You know those dinners that come together in no time, but somehow feel like you really put in the effort? Yeah, this is one of those. We’re talking juicy chicken, garlicky butter, a hint of lemon, and—if you’re in the mood—a little spicy kick. Perfect for when you want something that feels fancy but you’re actually still in your sweatpants.

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Garlic Butter Chicken
(Serves 2-3, but honestly… leftovers are rare.)

Ingredients:

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Optional: ½ teaspoon cayenne for spice

Instructions:

1. Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken dry—no one likes soggy browning. Slice each breast in half horizontally to make 4 thinner cutlets. Season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder (plus cayenne if you’re feeling wild).
2. Get sizzling: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s hot (like, a drop of water sizzles instantly hot), add the chicken. Cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
3. The buttery magic: Drop the heat to low. Toss in the butter and let it melt, swirling it around the pan. Add lemon juice and parsley, then spoon that garlicky-lemony-butter over the chicken like it’s a spa day.
4. Serve: Plate it up with whatever you’ve got—rice, roasted veggies, or just bread to mop up that sauce.

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🍋 Garlic Butter Chicken That’s Ridiculously Good

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• Author: Emily
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 2–3 servings 1x

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Description

A simple, flavorful garlic butter chicken recipe that’s perfect for quick dinners and is so good, leftovers rarely last.

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Ingredients

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• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Optional: ½ teaspoon cayenne for spice

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Instructions

1. Pat the chicken dry and slice each breast in half horizontally to make 4 thinner cutlets. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne if using.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
3. Add chicken and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
4. Reduce heat to low, add butter and let it melt.
5. Stir in lemon juice and parsley, then spoon the butter sauce over the chicken.
6. Serve with rice, roasted veggies, or bread to soak up the sauce.

Notes

For best results, make sure the chicken is patted dry before cooking to ensure a nice golden crust.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Pan Fry
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 350
• Sugar: 0g
• Sodium: 400mg
• Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 1g
• Fiber: 0g
• Protein: 32g
• Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: garlic butter chicken, easy chicken recipe, quick dinner, pan-fried chicken

🥄 Conclusion

Honestly, this garlic butter chicken is one of those dishes that sneaks into your weekly rotation without you even noticing. The smell alone will have people wandering into the kitchen like, “What’s for dinner?” And the best part? You can dress it up with mashed potatoes for Sunday dinner, or keep it casual with a side salad and call it a Tuesday win. Either way—winner, winner, chicken dinner.