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Honey Butter Chicken Skillet with Golden Edges

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Cook tender chicken breasts in a skillet and finish them with a sweet and savory honey butter glaze, focusing on achieving perfectly browned, golden edges.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Mix salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Season both sides of the chicken evenly with the mixture.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the hot skillet, ensuring they do not touch. Sear for 4 to 5 minutes without moving them to develop the golden edges.
  4. Flip the chicken breasts. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate, covering loosely with foil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and honey. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens slightly, about 1 minute.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer for 1 minute.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon the honey butter sauce over the chicken pieces several times to coat them completely. Serve immediately with the pan sauce spooned over the top.

Notes

  • Drying the chicken thoroughly before searing is key to achieving the best golden edges.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; overcooking will result in dry chicken.
  • For extra richness, add 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce mixture.

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