Quick Chicken Recipe

Garlic Butter Chicken

Juicy chicken pieces cooked in rich butter, garlic and herbs. Simple, fast and full of bold flavor — perfect for lunch or dinner.

Garlic Butter Chicken
25 Minutes 2-3 Servings 480 Calories Easy 4.8 Rating

Why You'll Love It

Garlic Butter Chicken is a quick and tasty dish made with simple ingredients. The chicken is cooked in butter and garlic which gives it a rich and comforting flavor.

It’s perfect for busy days when you want something delicious without spending too much time in the kitchen. Goes well with rice, bread or salad.

Ingredients

  • 300g chicken breast (cut into pieces)
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 5 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Step By Step Instructions

1. Prepare Chicken

Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper and paprika.

2. Cook Chicken

Heat olive oil in a pan and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and keep aside.

3. Make Garlic Butter

In the same pan, melt butter and add chopped garlic. Cook until fragrant and light golden.

4. Combine

Add cooked chicken back into the pan and mix well with garlic butter sauce.

5. Final Touch

Sprinkle chili flakes and fresh parsley before serving.

Chef's Tip

Don’t burn the garlic — cook it on low heat to keep the flavor smooth and buttery.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice, mashed potatoes or toasted bread. It also tastes great with pasta or grilled vegetables.

Best enjoyed hot for maximum buttery flavor.

Final Thoughts

Garlic Butter Chicken is simple, fast and full of rich flavor. A perfect everyday recipe that never fails to impress.

Once you try it, it will become one of your go-to chicken dishes.