Best and delicious chicken recipes that you might enjoy
1. Garlic Butter Chicken
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your choice of sides, like mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
2. Chicken Parmesan
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Fry the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish. Top each piece with marinara sauce and a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve over pasta or with a side salad.
3. Honey Mustard Baked Chicken
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup whole grain mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh rosemary or thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the honey mustard mixture over them, making sure they are well-coated.
- Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes, basting the chicken with the sauce halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme and serve with roasted potatoes or steamed green beans.
Enjoy your cooking!
Fati Lavender