Grilled Chicken Breast with Garlic Butter

Grilling chicken breast with garlic butter not only adds flavor but also keeps the meat moist and tender. Here are step-by-step instructions for making garlic butter fried chicken breasts, perfect for a simple but delicious meal.

 Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper: to taste
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons for brushing

 FOR THE GARLIC BUTTER

• Butter: 1/2 cup (115 g), softened
• Garlic: 3 cloves, chopped
• Parsley: 2 tablespoons finely chopped
• Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon

 Instructions

 STEP 1: PREPARE  GARLIC BUTTER

1. In a small bowl Mix the soft butter, chopped garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.2. Pour the mixture onto a piece of plastic or parchment paper and shape it into a log. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. This makes the chicken easier to cut and melt.

 STEP 2: PREPARE CHICKEN

1.If the chicken breasts are too thick, pound them with a meat mallet or rolling pin to an even thickness. This helps them cook evenly.

2. Brush each chicken breast with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.

 STEP 3: PREHEAT  GRILL

1.Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. You will need a hot grill to sear the chicken and save the drippings.

 STEP 4: GRILLED CHICKEN

1. Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). The exact cooking time depends on the thickness of the chicken.2. Avoid turning the chicken too frequently. Let it cook undisturbed for the best grill marks.

 STEP 5: ADD  GARLIC BUTTER

1. During the last few minutes of roasting, place a slice of cold garlic butter on each chicken breast.Let it  melt and drizzle the chicken with aromatic butter.

 STEP 6: REST AND SERVE

1. After cooking, place the chicken breasts on a plate and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let them rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juice to distribute throughout the meat and ensures a juicy, tender chicken breast.2. Serve the grilled chicken breasts with additional slices of garlic butter on the side. The butter will melt with the heat of the chicken, adding more flavor.

 Serving Suggestions

• Serve garlic butter-roasted chicken breast with roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or over a bed of noodles or rice.
• For an extra touch of flavor, add some fresh lemon juice to the chicken just before serving.Tips
• Marinate: For even more flavor, you can marinate chicken breasts in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice and a little garlic before grilling.
• Keep it moist: Be careful not to overcook the chicken or it may dry out.

Using a meat thermometer can help you cook  chicken to perfection.

• Herb Variations: Feel free to experiment with different herbs in the garlic butter, such as rosemary, thyme or basil, depending on your taste preferences.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful garlic butter fried chicken breast, perfect for a healthy and filling meal!