Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts
June 27, 2026 • 0 comments
A simple, flavorful way to bring out the best in farm-fresh chicken breasts. Golden on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, and finished with rich garlic butter for a classic, comforting dish that works any night of the week.
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- Servings: 4
Directions
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Reduce heat and add butter and garlic to the pan. Spoon melted garlic butter over the chicken for 1-2 minutes.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon if desired and let rest before serving.
