Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (56 g)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken breasts; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Remove chicken from skillet and cover to keep warm.
  5. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt butter.
  6. Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
  7. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, chives, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, coating with herb butter sauce.
  9. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.
  10. Plate chicken and drizzle the herb butter sauce over the top.