Description
Indulge in a quick and delicious comfort food with succulent chicken in a buttery sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and cracked black pepper to taste
- Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
- Caramelized onions (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Start by sprinkling both sides of each chicken breast with a generous pinch of salt, cracked black pepper, and paprika. Let them sit for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to intertwine beautifully.
- Sear the chicken: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown, around 5 minutes on each side, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer the perfectly seared chicken to a plate.
- Create the aromatic base: Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the same skillet, allowing it to melt and sizzle. Toss in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Build the sauce: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits. Add in honey and let the mixture simmer gently for 2 minutes.
- Finish the chicken: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each piece. Let it simmer uncovered for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Add optional toppings: If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken and cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes to melt.
Notes
Perfect served with creamy mashed potatoes or steamed broccoli. Great for meal prep and storing leftovers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg