Butter Chicken Skillet
A rich, buttery comfort meal featuring juicy chicken in a creamy garlic butter sauce, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cutlets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- to taste lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F internal temp). Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer 3–4 minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Cook another 2 minutes so flavors meld.
- Garnish with parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or warm bread to soak up the sauce.
Notes
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth. You can swap heavy cream for half-and-half or evaporated milk for a lighter option. For extra indulgence, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or caramelized onions for more flavor depth.