Seared Chicken Breast with Parmesan Thyme Butter

 

2 Tbsp butter
3 thyme sprigs
1 oz shredded Parmesan cheese

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat.  Add chicken to the hot pan.  Cover and cook until the chicken is browned (4 - 6 minutes per side).

Remove from the burner.  

Stem the thyme.

If butter is still hard, place in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave 5 seconds at a time until soft.

Combine the softened butter, Parmesan cheese, and thyme, stirring until smooth.

Serve the chicken breast topped with the Parmesan thyme butter.