Garlic Butter Chicken
A comforting dish combining tender chicken with a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts Pounded evenly for uniform cooking.
- 1-2 teaspoons 21 Salute Seasoning or poultry seasoning Adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup white wine or chicken broth Use a good-quality option.
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced Be careful not to burn.
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, optional Adds freshness if used.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the pounded chicken breasts with 21 Salute or your favorite poultry seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook without moving for about 5 minutes until it has a golden crust.
- Carefully flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes until fully cooked and juicy.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
Sauce Preparation
- Deglaze the skillet by adding white wine or chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
- Let the liquid simmer, then add the unsalted butter and stir until melted.
- Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it.
- Top with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
For best results, allow chicken to rest after cooking. Adjust garlic levels based on personal taste.