Quickie Chickie
Ready in just 25 minutes, Quickie Chickie is the ultimate solution for busy weeknight dinners without compromising on flavor! This easy chicken skillet recipe features juicy, golden-browned chicken breasts simmered in a zesty garlic butter sauce with a bright splash of fresh lemon juice. The addition of minced garlic and fragrant parsley elevates the dish to restaurant-quality levels, while the one-skillet cooking method ensures minimal cleanup. Perfectly seasoned with pantry staples like salt, pepper, and garlic powder, Quickie Chickie pairs beautifully with fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or crisp steamed veggies. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a kitchen novice, this quick and savory recipe is destined to be your new go-to meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Let them simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chicken with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately with a side of rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables, and enjoy your Quickie Chickie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.8 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 3182 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 112.8 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1272 mg | 27% | |
*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.
