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Quick 30-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet Recipe

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This quick garlic butter chicken skillet in 30 minutes is fast, forgiving, and tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did. The butter gets all brown and nutty, the garlic turns sweet instead of sharp, and the chicken comes out tender with crispy edges.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (about 680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
  • 6 large cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup (60ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Let them sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat the skillet: Place your skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until a drop of water sizzles and evaporates immediately.
  3. Add the butter: Drop 2 tablespoons of the butter into the hot skillet. Swirl as it melts. Let it foam and turn light golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Sear the chicken: Place chicken thighs in the skillet, presentation side down. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  5. Cook the garlic: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and stir constantly for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Deglaze the pan: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon. Let simmer for about 1 minute.
  7. Finish the dish: Return chicken to the skillet, spooning garlic butter sauce over the top. Warm through for 1 minute. If using, squeeze lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley.
  8. Serve immediately: Transfer to a serving platter or plates. Spoon remaining sauce over the chicken.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry for the best sear. Watch the garlic closely to avoid burning. Double the sauce if desired. For chicken breasts, cook 3-4 minutes per side and pull at 160°F (71°C).

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