Description
This Garlic Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts infused with aromatic garlic and seasoned to perfection. The combination of buttery garlic sauce, fresh herbs, and a touch of lemon makes this dish irresistibly delicious. Whether served with a side of vegetables, rice, or pasta, it’s an easy yet flavorful dish perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional for extra richness)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- Make the garlic sauce: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes fragrant. If you like a little spice, add the crushed red pepper flakes at this stage.
- Add liquid: Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Let the sauce simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in the chopped parsley and optional butter, allowing it to melt into the sauce. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the garlic sauce over the top. Allow the chicken to soak up the flavor for another 2-3 minutes. Serve the chicken with extra sauce drizzled over the top.
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can whisk in a teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with water.
- For a more intense garlic flavor, use roasted garlic instead of fresh minced garlic.
- You can serve the garlic chicken with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side of pasta for a complete meal.
- For extra freshness, garnish with more chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg