Description
Garlic Butter Chicken transforms a simple weeknight meal into a gourmet experience with its succulent chicken coated in a rich garlic butter sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also captivates with its aromatic flavors and visual appeal, making it perfect for both casual family dinners and elegant gatherings. Serve it over rice or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook each side until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Combine soy sauce and lemon juice in a bowl; pour over the chicken and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Transfer skillet to the preheated oven; bake for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg