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– **Chicken Thighs or Breasts**: Both chicken thighs and chicken breasts work well for this recipe. Chicken thighs are more tender and flavorful, while chicken breasts are leaner and cook a bit quicker. If you prefer extra juicy chicken, stick with thighs.
– **Olive Oil**: This is essential for searing the chicken. Olive oil helps to achieve that beautiful golden brown crust on the chicken while adding a subtle flavor to the dish.
– **Garlic Powder**: Garlic powder is used to enhance the savory garlic flavor in the chicken and complement the garlic butter sauce.
– **Salt and Pepper**: Salt and pepper are the foundation for seasoning the chicken. Be sure to season your chicken well for maximum flavor.
– **Dried Herbs**: Herbs like thyme, rosemary, and oregano work great with this dish. Fresh herbs can be used as well, but dried herbs give it a more robust flavor.
– **Lemon Zest (optional)**: Lemon zest adds a touch of brightness and freshness to the dish, cutting through the richness of the butter.
### For the Potatoes:
– **Baby Potatoes or Yukon Gold Potatoes**: Baby potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes are the best for this recipe because they hold up well when roasted and become crispy on the outside while staying tender on the inside.
– **Olive Oil**: You’ll need olive oil to roast the potatoes and give them a crisp, golden texture.
– **Garlic Powder**: Just like with the chicken, garlic powder is added to the potatoes for a consistent and savory garlic flavor.
– **Fresh Parsley**: Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a refreshing taste that complements the rich flavors of the dish.
– **Salt and Pepper**: Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to ensure they are well-seasoned and flavorful.
### For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
– **Butter**: The heart and soul of this dish’s flavor is the garlic butter sauce. Use unsalted butter to control the salt levels in the dish.
– **Garlic**: Fresh garlic is used in the sauce to create the delicious, aromatic garlic flavor. Be sure to mince the garlic finely to ensure it infuses the butter properly.
– **Chicken Broth**: Chicken broth adds depth and richness to the sauce. You can use low-sodium broth to control the salt content or homemade broth if you have it on hand.
– **Heavy Cream**: To give the sauce a velvety, creamy consistency, heavy cream is added to the garlic butter sauce. This will coat both the chicken and potatoes, making the dish incredibly rich and indulgent.
– **Lemon Juice**: A splash of lemon juice brightens up the garlic butter sauce and adds a refreshing tang.
– **Grated Parmesan Cheese**: For extra richness and a slightly nutty flavor, grated Parmesan cheese is stirred into the sauce. It thickens the sauce and adds a layer of flavor.
– **Fresh Parsley**: A sprinkle of fresh parsley at the end adds color, texture, and a fresh herbaceous flavor that balances out the richness of the sauce.
How to Make Golden Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes
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