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Easy 20-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Dinner


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  • Author: Chloe Green
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2–3 servings 1x

Description

A quick and flavorful chicken dish cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 500 g), sliced

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon dried thyme

¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

120 ml chicken broth

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 tablespoons parsley, chopped


Instructions

Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and thyme.

Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Add remaining butter and garlic to the pan; cook for 1 minute.

Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and return chicken to the pan.

Spoon sauce over chicken and cook for 2 minutes.

Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor

Adjust seasoning to taste

Add vegetables for a complete meal

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes