Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Cutlets are a quick and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, flavorful garlic-butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, these cutlets are ready in just 20 minutes. The savory blend of garlic and butter not only elevates the chicken but also impresses family and friends alike. Serve them alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken cutlets (about 1 ½ pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 large cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted.
- Pat chicken dry, season both sides with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F; transfer to a plate.
- Remove skillet from heat, add remaining butter, then minced garlic; stir until fragrant.
- Return chicken to skillet along with juices, add half of the parsley, turn to coat in sauce, and season to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese, remaining parsley, and optional lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg