Garlic Herb Butter Chicken (Printable)

Juicy chicken breasts in aromatic herb butter sauce with garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs. Comfort food perfection.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 150 grams each)
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
04 - ½ teaspoon paprika

→ Herb Butter Sauce

05 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
11 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
12 - Zest of ½ lemon
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Optional Garnish

14 - Additional chopped fresh parsley
15 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Pat the chicken breasts thoroughly dry. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
02 - In a substantial skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the hot pan and sear for approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side, until a rich golden-brown crust develops and the chicken is nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside briefly.
03 - Reduce the skillet's heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring continuously, until the garlic is fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
04 - Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, thyme, rosemary, dried oregano, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice. Allow the flavors to meld for a moment.
05 - Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the fragrant herb butter sauce over the chicken. Allow the dish to simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce has achieved a slightly thickened consistency.
06 - Garnish with extra chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges, if desired. Serve this flavorful chicken immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry and fridge staples so you probably have everything you need right now
  • Quick enough for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for guests
  • Low carb and gluten free so everyone at your table will be happy
  • The sauce is full of flavor thanks to fresh herbs and a burst of lemon
02 -
  • High in protein and low in carbs this meal fits most diets
  • The butter herb sauce doubles as a delicious drizzle for veggies or potatoes
  • Leftovers reheat perfectly in a skillet with a splash of broth
  • Rosemary is my secret star here our garden patch bursts with it every spring and the fragrance always takes me back to lazy Sunday afternoons cooking with my grandfather who insisted fresh rosemary makes everything better.
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet for best browning and keep the heat at medium high do not overcrowd the pan. Always zest lemons before juicing to get the most aroma. Fresh herbs are the heart of this recipe so do not skip them if you can help it. If making ahead prepare everything up to the final simmer and finish cooking when ready to eat for best texture and juiciness.

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