Garlic Butter Chicken Breasts
Juicy chicken breasts cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter.
- Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the pan and let the chicken rest after cooking.