Garlic Butter Chicken Breast with Roasted Vegetables by rrry3k
A simple, satisfying dinner featuring juicy pan-seared chicken breasts with a golden garlic butter finish, served alongside tender roasted vegetables. Ready in under 40 minutes with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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2 bonelesses
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1 tsp Garlic powder
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1 tsp Paprika
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1/2 tsp Salt
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1/2 tsp Black pepper
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2 tbsp Olive oil
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2 tbsp Unsalted butter
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3 cloves Garlic, minced
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1 zucchini, medium
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1 bell pepper, red
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1 cup broccoli, florets
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Steps
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1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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2
Toss the zucchini, bell pepper, and broccoli with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking tray and roast for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through.
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3
Meanwhile, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
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4
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 74°C / 165°F).
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5
Reduce the heat to low. Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Spoon the melted garlic butter over the chicken for 1-2 minutes.
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6
Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing.
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7
Serve the chicken alongside the roasted vegetables and spoon any remaining pan juices over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.