Panfired Chicken Breasts with Oregano Garlic Butter
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Panfired Chicken Breasts with Oregano Garlic Butter! Juicy, golden-seared chicken meets a luscious, aromatic sauce made with minced garlic, fragrant dried oregano, and a zing of lemon zest, all enriched by velvety melted butter. This quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings without compromising on flavor. The dish is finished with a bright drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley for a fresh, herbaceous touch. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or your favorite side dish for a restaurant-quality meal that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Packed with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this one-pan chicken recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Rub gently to evenly coat the surface.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, place the chicken breasts into the skillet.
Cook the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes on one side without moving them until golden-brown and seared. Flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Allow it to melt and start bubbling.
Add the minced garlic to the butter and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).
Stir in the dried oregano, lemon zest, and fresh parsley, letting the flavors combine for about 15 seconds.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the oregano garlic butter sauce over the chicken and let it sit for 1-2 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Drizzle the chicken with fresh lemon juice just before serving, and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Serve warm alongside your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.9 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 2629 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 109.3 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1029 mg | 22% | |
*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.
