Easy Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe
A rich and creamy dish featuring juicy chicken, a garlicky butter sauce, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
- Chicken: 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved
- Seasoning: Salt, black pepper, paprika
- Sauce: Butter, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, heavy cream
- Cheese: Mozzarella, Parmesan
- Garnish: Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season & Sear: Season chicken and cook in olive oil until golden brown. Set aside.
- Make Sauce: Melt butter, sauté garlic, add chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer.
- Assemble: Return chicken to the skillet, top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Melt & Serve: Cover and cook until cheese is bubbly. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Substitutions: Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness or swap heavy cream for half-and-half.
- Make it Spicy: Add cayenne or extra red pepper flakes.
- Serving Ideas: Pair with garlic bread, roasted veggies, or mashed potatoes.