Garlic Butter Chicken

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
• Chicken Milanese Bites
• Honey Sesame Chicken
• Crockpot Thai Chicken
• Coconut Chicken Curry
• Chicken On The Ritz
• Cheesy Chicken Fritters
• Sticky Honey Soy Chicken Wings