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15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken – Easy Dinner

Juicy garlic butter chicken cooked in a rich, flavorful sauce that comes together quickly in one pan.This easy dinner recipe is perfect for busy evenings and delivers restaurant-quality taste at home.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Slice the chicken breasts into small bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic if not already prepared.
  2. In a bowl, add the chicken pieces, paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley. Mix well so the chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
  4. Once the butter melts, add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken becomes golden brown and fully cooked.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic. Stir gently and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add the chicken broth and lemon juice. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
  7. If you like a little heat, sprinkle in the chili flakes. Mix everything together and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
  8. Turn off the heat and serve the garlic butter chicken warm.