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Garlic Butter Chicken

One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken in 15 Minutes of Pure Joy

This Garlic Butter Chicken is a flavorful dish that can be made in just 15 minutes, perfect for dinner any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Pound to an even thickness for juicy texture
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Season to your taste preference
  • 0.5 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Can be replaced with pre-ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for sautéing
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Provides richness to the sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced garlic for best flavor
  • 0.5 cup White Wine or Chicken Broth Use broth for non-alcoholic option
  • 1 teaspoon 21 Salute Seasoning or Poultry Seasoning Introduces flavor depth
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional, adds freshness

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  2. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt, pepper, and seasoning.
  3. Sear the chicken in the hot oil for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and cover with foil to keep warm.
  6. Deglaze the skillet with ½ cup of white wine or chicken broth, scraping the bottom.
  7. Add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the skillet, stirring until melted.
  8. Stir in 4 cloves of minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
  9. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce, cooking for an additional minute.
  10. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is versatile and pairs well with various sides like rice or veggies.

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