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Perfect Stovetop Chicken Breast on a plate, topped with herby garlic butter and fresh herbs.

Perfect Stovetop Chicken Breast

Carolyn Farnsworth Profile PictureCarolyn Farnsworth
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 498 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter softened
  • 2 teaspoons fresh garlic chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium chicken breasts with skin
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions
 

  • To make the garlic herb butter, combine the softened butter with the chopped garlic and chopped parsley. Set aside.
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  • Combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, chopped thyme, and olive oil and season the chicken breast with it.
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  • Heat a skillet over high heat then add the seasoned chicken breasts skin-side down. Cook for 5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
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  • Flip the chicken breasts and continue to cook for another 5 minutes until the chicken is done. 
  • Reduce the heat and add the garlic herb butter. Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes. Spoon the sauce over the chicken until coated.
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  • Remove the chicken from the heat and let rest for a few minutes, then serve. Enjoy!
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Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 498kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 49gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 573mgFiber: 1g
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