Melt-In-Your-Mouth Chicken
Experience tender, juicy chicken that effortlessly melts in your mouth, perfect for a comforting dinner packed with rich flavors and simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine buttermilk, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place the chicken breasts into the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.