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20 minutes
4.39 from 62 votes
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Garlic Butter Chicken

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by: Joanna Cismaru

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This Garlic Butter Chicken is simple and delicious! Juicy, tender, and full of flavor, this recipe is on its way to becoming your new favorite winner winner chicken dinner!

I can’t actually get over how easy this chicken recipe is! It took me no time at all to put together, yet it tasted as though I’d slaved over the stove all day! However, I think we can all agree that when the base of any dish is butter and garlic – there isn’t much room for the outcome to not be delicious!

This recipe does not require much for kitchen skills and you likely have a lot of these ingredients already in the pantry and fridge. I think my favorite part is the aromatics that fill my kitchen when I’m making this dish – it smells incredible! It’s also super versatile – you can serve this garlic butter chicken with anything you like, making it an instant weekly recipe!

Ingredients

  • Chicken – I’m using skinless, boneless chicken breasts – cut into long strips.
  • Butter – For the base of our sauce.
  • Garlic – 6 fresh cloves, minced. Fresh is best but remember the jarred rule; 1 1/2 teaspoons is equal to 1 fresh clove.
  • Salt and pepper – For seasoning and to taste.
  • Red pepper flakes – For some added heat.
  • Smoked paprika – The smoky element to our sauce.
  • Chicken broth – I always vouch for the low sodium options.
  • Hot sauce – I’m using sriracha today, but you’re welcome to use your favorite.
  • Parsley – Fresh and chopped for garnish.
  • Lemon – I’m using fresh lemon slices for an extra garnish – this is optional of course!

Can I Use Other Cuts Of Chicken?

Absolutely you can! Chicken thighs, drumsticks, even the wings would be great for this recipe. Keep in mind though, the cook times will vary for each cut!

How To Make Garlic Butter Chicken

  1. Prepare chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Next, add in the chicken strips and cook on each side. Once cooked remove from the skillet.
  2. Make sauce: Using the same skillet, add in the garlic, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika and hot sauce. Saute for 30 seconds until the garlic is aromatic. Finally, deglaze the skillet with the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  3. Finish dish: Add the chicken back into the skillet of sauce and give it a little toss so each piece of chicken is touched with sauce. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, lemon wedges and serve at desired temperature!

How Do I Know When The Chicken Is Cooked Through?

The most foolproof way to know when chicken is done cooking is with a meat thermometer. Inserting it into the thickest part of the meat, it should read between 165 – 175 degrees, when finished. Because we’re using chicken breast cut into strips, using a knife to make a small incision into the meat so you can see the color all the way through, will be a good indicator. If the meat is still pink – it’s not ready yet!

How To Serve

I love this dish with a side of rice and vegetables any which-way yo want to prepare them; roasted, steamed, fresh. But you don’t have to stop there – the list is endless! Here are some suggestions to get you started:

  • Skillet Green Beans
  • Old Fashioned Green Beans
  • Chicken Tacos
  • Creamy Polenta
  • Harvest Rice
  • Asian Chopped Chicken Salad
  • Roasted Red Peppers
  • Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Some Tips

  1. Use organic chicken: Try your best to find organic chicken, it’s important to know what your chicken is eating, before you eat the chicken!
  2. Don’t overcook the garlic: Garlic doesn’t need to cook for a long time – I’m talking 30 seconds to a minute! Burnt garlic tastes bitter and it will definitely throw off the flavor outcome of your dish!
  3. Season to your taste: If there are certain seasonings that are going to make or break your tastebuds feel free to switch it up! For example if the red pepper flakes are going to be too much for your palate, using rosemary or thyme is a great alternative – keeping it more on the mild side, while still adding delicious flavor!

Leftovers

This garlic butter chicken will last in the fridge up to 3 days if wrapped well or stored in an airtight container. To extend the shelf life, I recommend freezing it, wrapped well or in an airtight container, and it will last anywhere from 4 – 6 months.

Craving More Chicken? Try These Delicious Recipes:

  • Honey Mustard Chicken
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  • Crockpot Thai Chicken
  • Coconut Chicken Curry
  • Chicken On The Ritz
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Garlic Butter Chicken

4.39 from 62 votes
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Total: 20 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 4
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This Garlic Butter Chicken is simple and delicious! Juicy, tender, and full of flavor, this recipe is on its way to becoming your new favorite winner winner chicken dinner!

Equipment

  • Le Creuset 3.75-Quart Braiser

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pound chicken breast boneless and skinless, cut into strips
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
  • 4 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ cup chicken broth low sodium or no sodium added
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • lemon slices for garnish
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Instructions

  • Cook chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Next, add in the chicken strips and cook on each side. Once cooked remove from the skillet.
  • Make sauce: Using the same skillet, add in the garlic, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika and hot sauce. Saute for 30 seconds until the garlic is aromatic. Finally, deglaze the skillet with the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Finish dish: Add the chicken back into the skillet of sauce and give it a little toss so each piece of chicken is touched with sauce. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, lemon wedges and serve at desired temperature!

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Recipe Notes

  1. This garlic butter chicken will last in the fridge up to 3 days if wrapped well or stored in an airtight container. To extend the shelf life, I recommend freezing it, wrapped well or in an airtight container, and it will last anywhere from 4 – 6 months.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 307kcal (15%)Carbohydrates: 2g (1%)Protein: 37g (74%)Fat: 16g (25%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Cholesterol: 139mg (46%)Sodium: 443mg (19%)Potassium: 689mg (20%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 853IU (17%)Vitamin C: 8mg (10%)Calcium: 20mg (2%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Course:Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine:American
Keyword:garlic butter chicken
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  1. Kendra Grammer says

    March 15, 2022 at 3:13 pm

    How long do you cook the chicken on each side?

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      March 15, 2022 at 3:41 pm

      About 3 minutes, it’s cut in small pieces so shouldn’t take long at all.

      Reply
  2. Donna P. says

    August 3, 2021 at 4:35 pm

    4 stars
    My family likes a creamier sauce so I added a little white wine, heavy cream & sour cream at the end. The dairy cut down on the spice a little, which we like!

    Reply
  3. Erin Gurung says

    June 3, 2021 at 4:09 pm

    5 stars
    Simple yet so delicious 😋

    Reply
  4. Brett says

    May 10, 2021 at 7:29 am

    This sounds great but would beef broth work instead of chicken? I hate to open a new container for a half a cup when I already have the other in the fridge. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Jo Cooks Team AMJ says

      May 10, 2021 at 9:06 am

      Hi Brett,

      The beef broth will bring more of a bolder flavor to the chicken, but it will still work well. Let us know how it turns out!

      Reply
  5. NJ says

    January 14, 2021 at 7:07 pm

    Hi! How can I make a non spicy version of this recipe.. ? What would be a suitable substitutes for the spice and sauces used?

    Reply
    • Jo Cooks Team says

      January 15, 2021 at 9:44 am

      You can omit the paprika, red pepper flakes, and hot sauce! Play around your favorite spices and flavors, almost everything pairs well with garlic and butter 😉

      Reply
  6. Mona Ellefsen says

    December 8, 2020 at 8:01 pm

    Incredibly delicious, I added an extra 3/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, because I love the extreme heat.
    This dish has become a favorite for sure.
    Thank you so much for sharing.

    Reply
  7. Inny says

    October 19, 2020 at 1:11 pm

    Do you need the chicken broth as it is the only thing I haven’t got?

    Reply
    • jo says

      October 19, 2020 at 4:27 pm

      Well you need some sort of liquid, so you could use water and maybe add a bit more salt or a chicken bouillon to add a bit more flavor.

      Reply
  8. Tiffany W. says

    December 11, 2019 at 6:59 am

    Could you use shrimp? 🙂

    Reply
    • jo says

      December 12, 2019 at 7:38 am

      Absolutely, check out my recipe for garlic parsley butter shrimp right here: https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/garlic-parsley-butter-shrimp/

      Reply
  9. Dawn W says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:53 pm

    I am going to have to try this as soon as I can. I’m always looking for new and different recipes to try for my family. Also what would be a good substitution in the future for the butter? I’m planning to have weight loss surgery and too much fat is something I won’t be able to tolerate very well. Thanks and keep on posting those recipes!

    Reply
    • jo says

      December 3, 2019 at 11:37 am

      There are lots of other oils you can use instead, like coconut oil or avocado oil, but it’s best to consult with your doctor. 🙂 Good luck with your surgery and wish you a speedy recovery.

      Reply
  10. Sharon says

    December 2, 2019 at 10:30 am

    We are not fans of Sriracha. I have chili sauce in my fridge. Is that an okay substitute or can I just leave it out all together?

    Reply
    • jo says

      December 2, 2019 at 10:34 am

      Either or, chili sauce would also work, or simply just leave it out. 🙂

      Reply
  11. Chris W. says

    December 2, 2019 at 7:16 am

    I’m definitely making this recipe this week – ingredients going on my grocery list as we speak! I love things that I can make all in one pan.

    Reply

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