Garlic Butter Chicken
This Garlic Butter Chicken is juicy, tender, and coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, making it the perfect easy dinner for busy nights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared / Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil
1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness (about 4 average-sized breasts)
1 to 2 teaspoons 21 Salute Seasoning or poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
½ cup white wine or chicken broth
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts evenly with poultry seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes, allowing a golden crust to develop.
Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes, or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). For thicker chicken breasts, cook 6–7 minutes per side.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a plate to rest.
Carefully deglaze the skillet by adding the white wine or chicken broth. Allow it to bubble and loosen any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the butter and stir continuously until completely melted, about 1 minute.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
Turn off the heat and return the chicken to the skillet.
Flip the chicken through the garlic butter sauce and spoon the sauce over the top.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Pounding the chicken ensures even cooking and helps keep the meat tender.
Chicken broth can be substituted for white wine for an alcohol-free version.
Add extra butter if you prefer a richer sauce.
Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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