Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (each about 250g) butterfly them into four pieces for even cooking
1/4 cup (40g) plain flour for dredging to create a crispy coat
1 teaspoon garlic powder to season the flour mixture
1 teaspoon salt for balancing the flavors
1/2 teaspoon black pepper adds a nice kick to the seasoning
6 tablespoons (90g) unsalted butter divided for cooking and sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil for searing the chicken
2 cloves minced garlic for the aromatic base of the sauce
1/2 cup (120ml) chicken stock to deglaze and build the sauce
1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely diced for a fresh finish
Instructions
1-Prepare all ingredients by cleaning and patting dry the 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (each about 250g), then butterfly them into four pieces; also, mince 2 cloves of garlic and measure out the spices.
2-Dredge the chicken pieces in a mixture of 1/4 cup (40g) plain flour, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper for a crispy edge.
3-Heat 1 tablespoon of the 6 tablespoons (90g) unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
4-Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
5-Lower the heat, add the 2 cloves minced garlic to the pan, and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly browned.
6-Pour in 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken stock, scraping the pan to release those tasty browned bits, then stir in the remaining 5 tablespoons (90g) unsalted butter and whisk to form a slightly cloudy sauce.
7-Add 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely diced, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
8-Return the chicken to the pan, spoon the sauce over it, and warm through for a couple of minutes.
9-Serve immediately with optional lemon wedges for a bright squeeze that balances the rich butter sauce perfectly.
Last Step:
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๐ง Use room temperature butter for a smooth, better emulsified sauce.
๐ Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top before serving to add brightness and balance the rich butter.
๐ฅ Avoid overcooking chicken by cooking just until juices run clear for maximum tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken piece
- Calories: 337 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 19.52 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.39 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30.72 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
