chicken breast recipes stove top
This Garlic Butter Chicken Breast recipe is an easy and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Cooked on the stove top, the chicken becomes juicy and tender, infused with the rich flavors of garlic and butter. Serve it with vegetables or over rice for a complete meal.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 meat mallet or rolling pin
- 1 tongs
- 1 meat thermometer
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 6 ounces each.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1 inch.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on one side, or until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken breasts and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, spooning the melted butter and garlic over the chicken as it cooks.
- To check for doneness, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of a chicken breast; the internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, you can add herbs such as thyme or rosemary while cooking.
Consider pairing the chicken with steamed vegetables or a side salad for a balanced meal.