Easy Garlic Butter Chicken

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 1 lb) boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/2 lemon
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt and pepper (about 5 minutes).

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through to 165°F (about 12 minutes). Transfer to a plate.

3. 3

   Reduce heat to medium-low and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Return chicken to the skillet, spoon the garlic butter over it, and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top (about 2 minutes).

5. 5

   Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.