Description
Garlic Butter Chicken is a delectable, quick-cooking dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a gourmet meal with minimal effort. Infused with a rich garlic butter sauce, this recipe delivers an explosion of flavor in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions. Whether served over fluffy rice or tossed with pasta, this versatile dish is bound to impress family and friends alike. Plus, it’s kid-friendly, ensuring even the pickiest eaters will enjoy every bite. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, Garlic Butter Chicken is destined to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (even thickness)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons 21 Salute Seasoning or poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnishing
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add pounded chicken and season with seasoning blend, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes without moving until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes or until fully cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a plate.
- Pour apple vinegar (or broth) into the hot skillet to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in unsalted butter until melted, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about one minute).
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat well with the garlic butter sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Ensure even thickness of chicken for uniform cooking. Let the chicken rest after cooking to retain juices. Feel free to experiment with herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor.