Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Chicken Chops (20-Minute Wonder)

Juicy, golden-browned chicken chops pan-seared in aromatic garlic butter quick, satisfying and bursting with rich, savory flavor!

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless chicken thighs or chicken chops (skin-on preferred)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (or 1/2 tsp dried)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon paprika for extra color
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions:

1. Prep Chicken: Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
2. Heat Pan: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.
3. Sear Chicken: Place chicken in the hot skillet, skin-side down (if using skin-on). Cook for 5–6 minutes until browned, then flip and cook another 5 minutes until cooked through (internal temp should be 165°F / 74°C).
4. Add Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, minced garlic, and thyme/rosemary to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted garlic butter over the chicken for 1–2 minutes.
5. Serve: Remove from heat. Let rest for a minute, then serve with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.

Nutritional Information:

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 20 mins
Kcal: ~310 per chop | Servings: 2

Serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a simple salad this garlic butter chicken is your new weeknight hero!

Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Chicken Chops (20-Minute Wonder)

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• Author: Ena Recipes
• Total Time: 20 mins

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Juicy, golden-browned chicken chops pan-seared in aromatic garlic butter quick, satisfying and bursting with rich, savory flavor!

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Ingredients

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• 2 boneless chicken thighs or chicken chops (skin-on preferred)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 4 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (or 1/2 tsp dried)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon paprika for extra color

• Lemon wedges (for serving)

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Instructions

1. Prep Chicken: Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.

2. Heat Pan: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil.

3. Sear Chicken: Place chicken in the hot skillet, skin-side down (if using skin-on). Cook for 5–6 minutes until browned, then flip and cook another 5 minutes until cooked through (internal temp should be 165°F / 74°C).

4. Add Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, minced garlic, and thyme/rosemary to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted garlic butter over the chicken for 1–2 minutes.

5. Serve: Remove from heat. Let rest for a minute, then serve with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.

• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins |