American · easy
Herb Butter Chicken Breasts
Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts finished with a garlic herb butter that melts over the top.
- 28 min
- Total
- 4
- Serves
- $9.00
- Est. cost
- 350
- Cal/serving
Dietary, as tagged
- Gluten-free
- Low-carb
Parent noteSlice the chicken before serving for smaller kids. The herb butter adds flavor without being spicy.
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Ingredients
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts1 1/2 lb
- Butter, Softened3 tbsp
- Olive Oil1 tbsp
- Garlic, Minced2 cloves
- Dried Parsley1 tsp
- Dried Thyme1/2 tsp
- Salt3/4 tsp
- Black Pepper1/2 tsp
Method
- 01
Butterfly thick chicken breasts or pound to even 3/4-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 02
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 6-7 minutes per side until golden and internal temp reaches 165F.
- 03
While chicken cooks, mash softened butter with minced garlic, dried parsley, dried thyme, and a pinch of salt.
- 04
Place a tablespoon of herb butter on each chicken breast as soon as it comes off the heat. Let rest 5 minutes so the butter melts over the chicken.
- 350
- Calories
- 40g
- Protein
- 1g
- Carbs
- 20g
- Fat
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