Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts); Salt and pepper, to taste; ½ tsp paprika (optional); 1 tbsp olive oil; 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided; 5–6 cloves garlic, minced; ⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 tbsp chopped parsley; 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

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Golden seared chicken smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce — a quick, flavor-packed dinner ready in 30 minutes using just one pan.

Author: Maya Lawson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ tsp paprika (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
5–6 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

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Instructions

Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Heat olive oil + 1 tbsp butter in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 min per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Lower heat. Add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté 1–2 minutes.
Add chicken broth, scrape up browned bits, and simmer 2–3 minutes.
Return chicken to pan. Simmer 2–3 minutes more, spooning sauce over.
Finish with parsley and lemon juice. Serve hot.

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