Description
Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make chicken dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned, seared, then smothered in a garlic butter sauce and topped with a gooey layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Serve this flavorful dish with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Garlic Butter and Cheese:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the same skillet, and stir in the minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Assemble and Melt Cheese: Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon some of the garlic butter over each piece. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken breasts. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mozzarella with provolone or a cheese blend for a different flavor.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
