Description

Creamy garlic butter skillet fast weeknight supper with lush sauce tender meat minimal prep crowdpleasing dinner in mins now fast dinner

Ingredients

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2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1–2 tablespoons olive oil

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon thyme leaves (fresh) or 1/2 teaspoon dried

Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Optional: 1 tablespoon lemon juice

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Instructions

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let them hang out for a minute while you heat the skillet.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until deeply golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side depending on thickness. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely to rest.

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add the butter and minced garlic; cook for about 30–60 seconds until the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.

Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly and loosen any flavor stuck to the pan.

Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer gently, whisking occasionally, until the sauce thickens to coat the back of a spoon, about 3–5 minutes. Taste and adjust salt as needed.

Return the chicken to the pan, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to reheat the chicken and meld the flavors. Finish with lemon juice (if using) and a sprinkle of parsley.

Prep Time: 0 hours 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 hours 20 minutes
Category: Main course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 480 calories
Sugar: 3 g
Fat: 32 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 38 g