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Garlic Butter Chicken Medallions

Easy Garlic Butter Chicken Medallions Recipe for Juicy, Tender Bites

Delicious Garlic Butter Chicken Medallions are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 medallions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Medallions
  • 1 pound chicken breast medallions Choose evenly sized pieces for quick, uniform cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the natural flavor of the chicken.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds a gentle kick and balances the richness.
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Use fresh butter to achieve that rich, creamy base.
  • 4 cloves garlic Freshly minced garlic packs the punch that defines this dish.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley Chopped finely to add a bright, herbal finish.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice A splash to brighten and balance the buttery sauce.
Optional Add-ons
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Sprinkle for a subtle heat that complements garlic.
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth For deglazing the pan and boosting flavor depth in the sauce.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Pat chicken medallions dry, then sprinkle evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides for 2 minutes, ensuring each piece is coated for perfect flavor.
  2. Preheat skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, then place medallions spaced evenly. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and juices run clear.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, melt butter in the same skillet, scraping up browned bits, about 1 minute until it bubbles with a nutty aroma.
  4. Stir in minced garlic, cooking 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour a splash of lemon juice (or broth) and deglaze the pan, lifting those golden bits.
  5. Nestle chicken back into sauce, spooning butter mixture over medallions. Cook additional 1–2 minutes until chicken is well coated and the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Transfer medallions to a platter, let rest 2 minutes. Sprinkle chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1medallionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 32gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cooked medallions in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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