Garlic Herb Butter Chicken Breast

A juicy chicken breast pan-seared with garlic and fresh herbs, finished with a rich butter sauce. Perfect for a quick, flavorful main dish that's both comforting and elegant.

Main Dish
Easy 20 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Pat the chicken breast dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. 3. Add the chicken breast and cook for 5-6 minutes on one side without moving. 4. Flip the chicken, add minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary to the pan. 5. Add butter and spoon the melted butter with herbs over the chicken as it cooks for another 5-6 minutes until cooked through. 6. Remove from heat, let rest for 2 minutes. 7. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Ingredients

1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 6 oz) 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp unsalted butter 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

You May Also Like
Honey-Glazed Carrot and Chickpea Stir-Fry
Roasted Chicken with Grape and Thyme Sauce
Grilled Mediterranean Octopus
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops with Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Tea-Infused Chicken with Ginger Glaze
Garlic Herb Chicken Breast with Roasted Vegetables
Cheesy Chicken Tomato Pasta
Creamy Tomato Chicken Pasta
Savory Herb and Cheese Stuffed Bread
Garlic Butter Beef Steak with Herb Roasted Potatoes
Garlic Butter Beef Steak with Herb Vegetables
Citrus-Glazed Orange Chicken
Turkish Lamb Şiş Kebabs
Garlic Lemon Sautéed Squid