Description
How to make buttery tender chicken with garlic herbs and creamy sauce that tastes exactly like the restaurant favorite in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Base
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Butter Sauce
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
Flavor Enhancers
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Pat chicken pieces dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Let sit 5 minutes to absorb flavors while you prep other ingredients.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in single layer, cook 3-4 minutes until golden brown on bottom.
- Flip and Cook: Flip chicken pieces and cook another 3-4 minutes until golden and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F for safety.
- Make Butter Sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter to skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant but not brown.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in parsley, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook 1 minute to bloom the herbs and create that signature aroma.
- Finish Sauce: Add chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats chicken.
- Serve Hot: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately while the butter sauce is warm and aromatic. Enjoy your restaurant-quality creation!
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet when searing chicken or it will steam instead of brown properly.
- Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently to prevent sauce separation.
- Fresh garlic gives much better flavor than pre-minced, so take the extra minute to mince your own.
- Serve immediately while sauce is warm and creamy for the best texture and taste experience.
- Double the herb mixture if you want extra seasoning flavor throughout the dish.
- Use unsalted butter so you can control the salt level in the final dish.
Allergy Information: Dairy
Nutrition
- Calories: 385 calories
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 42g