Moist Garlic Chicken
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Moist Garlic Chicken—a quick and easy skillet recipe that guarantees tender, juicy chicken every time! Infused with a buttery garlic sauce, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic herbs like oregano and parsley, this dish is bursting with irresistible flavor. Perfectly seared chicken breasts simmer gently in a fragrant broth, ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just 10 minutes of prep and a total cook time of under 30 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with rice, roasted vegetables, or creamy mashed potatoes. Elevate your dinner table with this simple yet elegant recipe that’s destined to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 6 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Stir to combine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze any browned bits.
Add the dried oregano and mix well. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the chicken.
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low heat for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).
Once cooked, sprinkle the chopped parsley over the chicken. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
Serve hot with your choice of rice, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes, drizzling the garlic butter sauce over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.1 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.7 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 704 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 3725 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 219.1 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 414 mg | 9% | |
*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.
