Easy Garlic Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Easy Garlic Chicken recipe—an irresistible blend of simplicity and bold flavors. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then finished in a rich, buttery garlic sauce infused with the savory depth of deglazed chicken broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan dish is a time-saving gem that's perfect for busy nights or casual entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or fluffy rice. Try this easy skillet recipe for a delicious, restaurant-quality meal at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown on the outside and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet.
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan, incorporating any browned bits for extra flavor.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the garlic butter sauce over the top. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to reheat.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot alongside your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 687 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.8 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 532 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
