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Garlic Butter Chicken Tenderloins
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Instructions
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Slice the two chicken breasts horizontally and transfer them to a bowl or ziplock bag.
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Combine the seasonings, minced garlic, Better than Bouillon Vegetable Base, and lemon juice in a bowl or ziplock bag. Apply the mixture onto the chicken until it is completely coated.
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Preheat a hot cast-iron skillet with oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 7 minutes on each side or until it is fully cooked. Ensure that the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
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After adding the chicken stock and butter to the skillet, let it simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Finally, spoon the sauce over the chicken.
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To preserve the juices and thicken the sauce, let the chicken cool for 10 minutes after turning off the heat before slicing. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Butter Browning Technique 🧈Brown the butter slowly to develop a nutty, rich flavor that will elevate the entire garlic butter sauce before adding the chicken.
- Spice Bloom Magic 🌶️Toast the dry spices like cumin and paprika in the butter for 30 seconds before adding chicken to intensify their aromatics and flavor profile.
- Tender Chicken Prep 🔪Butterfly or gently pound chicken tenderloins to an even 1/2-inch thickness to ensure uniform cooking and maximum sauce absorption.
- Garlic Timing Trick 🧄Add minced garlic in the last 1-2 minutes of cooking to prevent burning and maintain its sweet, mellow flavor without bitterness.
- Acid Balance Finale 🍋Finish the dish with a bright squeeze of fresh lemon juice to cut through the richness of the butter and balance the overall flavor profile.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
High Protein
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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