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Garlic Butter Chicken

A fast and tasty chicken dish with a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness) (about 4 average-sized breasts)
  • 1-2 teaspoons 21 Salute Seasoning or poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth (or as necessary)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (or more if you want extra sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic (finely minced; or to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh parsley (optional for garnishing)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the pounded chicken and season evenly with 21 Salute, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook without moving the chicken for 5 minutes until it has a medium golden color.
  4. Flip the chicken over and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a plate to rest.
  6. Deglaze the skillet by adding wine (or broth) and allowing it to bubble for a few seconds.
  7. Add the butter and stir until melted, about 1 minute.
  8. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  9. Turn off the heat, return the chicken to the skillet, and spoon the garlic butter sauce over it.
  10. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Store cooled chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain moisture. For freezing, store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.