# Components:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 0.5 tsp salt
03 - 0.5 tsp black pepper
04 - 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ Garlic Butter Sauce
06 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
07 - 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
08 - 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - 0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
# Method Steps:
01 - Pat chicken pieces dry and evenly season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange chicken in a single layer and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
03 - Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until aromatic.
04 - Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes while scraping up browned bits from the pan.
05 - Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly in the garlic butter sauce. Cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes until warmed through.
06 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately.
