Description
Succulent garlic parsley chicken brings Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. Herbal notes and tender meat create a simple yet elegant dish perfect for weeknight meals or weekend entertaining.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Aromatics and Herbs:
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) butter
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by generously seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional complementary spices to enhance the flavor profile.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat, adding a combination of olive oil and butter to create a rich cooking base.
- Carefully place the seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each side to develop a golden-brown crust for approximately 5-6 minutes, ensuring the meat is thoroughly cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Transfer the perfectly seared chicken to a separate plate, keeping it warm while preparing the aromatic sauce.
- In the same skillet, introduce minced garlic and quickly toast for 30-45 seconds, releasing its intense fragrance without burning.
- Pour chicken broth into the pan, gently scraping the caramelized bits from the bottom to incorporate deep, complex flavors.
- Incorporate fresh chopped parsley and a splash of bright lemon juice, allowing the sauce to simmer and reduce for 2-3 minutes.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or optional red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Gently return the chicken to the skillet, coating each piece with the vibrant garlic-parsley sauce and letting it warm through for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Plate immediately, drizzling extra sauce over the chicken and serving alongside complementary sides like herbed rice, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Elevate flavor by marinating chicken in garlic, herbs, and lemon juice for 30 minutes before cooking to enhance taste penetration.
- Opt for bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts for juicier results and deeper flavor development during searing process.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or adding cayenne powder for spice enthusiasts seeking extra kick.
- Transform recipe into gluten-free version by using cornstarch instead of traditional flour for thickening sauce and ensuring dietary flexibility.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg