Skillet Chicken with Garlic-Knot Butter
Skillet Chicken with Garlic-Knot Butter pairs juicy seared cutlets with a rich, garlicky parsley butter that tastes like the topping on your favorite pizzeria knots. Parmesan adds a nutty finish and a hint of salt, while lemon wedges brighten each bite. It’s a weeknight-friendly dish that shines for casual dinners or a quick, comforting meal.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Chicken with Garlic-Knot Butter, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 43 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 32
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 12
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 19
- Performance
- 29
- General Wellness
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season it all over with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; set aside.
- 3
Heat the oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken in an even layer, working in batches if needed; cook, turning once halfway through, until browned and a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 3 to 4 minutes per side. Using tongs, remove the chicken from the skillet to a plate; set aside. Do not wipe the skillet.
- 4
With the skillet off the heat, add the remaining 4 tablespoons butter and stir until melted, about 1 minute. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 5
Return the skillet to medium heat, and add the chicken in an even layer along with any accumulated juices. Add the parsley and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; cook, turning the chicken occasionally, until heated through, about 1 minute.
- 6
Remove from the heat. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese and garnish with additional parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
- 7
Serve immediately with lemon wedges. Recipe developed by Melissa Gray.
- Calories 420.97 kcal High 21%
- Protein 9.58 g Moderate 19%
- Carbohydrate 32.73 g 12%
- Total Fat 24.77 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 12.43 g High 62%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 67.9 mg High 23%
- Sodium 145.41 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 0.33 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.08 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 265.35 mg Good Source 20%
- Iron 0.4 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 28.6 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 149.31 mcg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin C 33.03 mg Good Source 37%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Skillet Chicken with Garlic Knot Butter is made with 9 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Fresh Parsley, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 420.97 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Chicken with Garlic-Knot Butter made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet Chicken with Garlic-Knot Butter?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 420.97 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Chicken with Garlic-Knot Butter easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Skillet Chicken with Garlic-Knot Butter healthy?
- Skillet Chicken with Garlic-Knot Butter has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 420.97 calories and 9.58 g of protein, or 19% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 145.41 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.43 g (62% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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