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Festive Copycat: Morton’s Chicken — Christmas Chicken Breast Recipes Idea featuring tender chicken breasts in a rich garlic cream sauce. Perfect for holiday dinners and family gatherings.
For the Chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup all-purpose flour (for coating)
½ tsp fine salt
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
6 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
For the Garlic Cream Sauce
6 garlic cloves, finely minced
½ cup dry white wine
½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
½ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
For Serving
Lemon wedges
Prepare the Chicken
Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
Season and Coat
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper.
Lightly dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
Cook the Chicken
Heat 3 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once hot and shimmering, add the chicken breasts.
Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the chicken to a plate and loosely cover with foil to keep warm.
Make the Garlic Cream Sauce
Reduce the heat to medium.
Add the remaining 3 tablespoons butter to the skillet.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
Deglaze the Pan
Pour in the white wine and chicken stock.
Scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet using a wooden spoon.
Allow the liquid to simmer and reduce slightly for 2–3 minutes.
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the heavy cream and chopped parsley.
Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes silky.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Combine and Serve
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet.
Spoon the sauce over the chicken and cook for 1–2 minutes until heated through.
Transfer to serving plates and generously spoon extra sauce over each piece.
Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.
Flattening the chicken ensures even cooking and tender results.
Use a dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, or Chardonnay.
Fresh parsley adds brightness and balances the richness of the cream sauce.
For an extra festive touch, garnish with additional parsley and lemon slices.
Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, rice pilaf, or buttered pasta.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/festive-copycat-mortons-chicken/