Description
Garlic Butter Chicken is a quick and delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With tender chicken breasts seared to perfection, enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of apple vinegar, this recipe is not just easy but incredibly satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. The simple ingredients come together harmoniously, making it a surefire favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 to 2 teaspoons 21 Salute seasoning or poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes without moving.
- Flip the chicken and sear for another 5 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and let rest.
- Pour apple vinegar into the skillet to deglaze, scraping up browned bits.
- Add butter and stir until melted; then mix in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the 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 breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 354
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 109mg
Keywords: Ensure even thickness by pounding the chicken breasts before cooking for uniform doneness. Allowing the chicken to rest after cooking keeps it juicy. This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.