Description
Succulent Garlic Butter Chicken promises a flavor-packed journey through Mediterranean culinary delights. Herbs, butter, and perfectly seared chicken create a luxurious meal that transports diners straight to a charming coastal kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness
Fats and Oils:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, or more if you want extra sauce
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced; or to taste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 1 to 2 teaspoons twenty-one salute seasoning or poultry seasoning
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, optional for garnishing
- 0.5 cup white wine or chicken broth, or as necessary
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet by heating olive oil (29 milliliters or ) over medium-high temperature, creating a smooth cooking surface.
- Carefully place the pounded chicken breasts into the hot skillet, seasoning generously with 21 Salute seasoning, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor profiles.
- Allow chicken to sear undisturbed for 5-6 minutes, developing a rich golden-brown crust that seals in moisture and creates a delectable exterior texture.
- Gently flip the chicken using tongs, ensuring each side achieves an even caramelized appearance; continue cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer cooked chicken to a clean serving plate, letting it rest and retain its juices while preparing the sauce.
- Deglaze the sizzling skillet with white wine or chicken broth (118 milliliters or ), scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the pan’s surface.
- Reduce liquid by half, then introduce unsalted butter (56 grams or ), stirring continuously until completely melted and creating a smooth, glossy sauce.
- Add finely minced garlic (3-4 cloves), sautéing for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned to prevent bitterness.
- Return rested chicken to the skillet, gently coating each piece with the luxurious garlic butter sauce to maximize flavor absorption.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, presenting a vibrant and aromatic dish ready for immediate serving.
Notes
- Capture the essence of comfort food with this simple yet luxurious chicken dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal.
- Deglazing creates magical flavor moments by releasing all those delicious browned bits stuck to the skillet’s bottom.
- Butter and garlic work together as culinary soulmates, infusing every bite with rich, aromatic goodness.
- Resting chicken allows juices to redistribute, ensuring each tender piece remains moist and succulent.
- Golden searing develops deep flavor complexity through caramelization, creating a beautiful exterior that locks in moisture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg