Garlic Butter Chicken
Garlic Butter Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that marries tender chicken breasts with a rich garlic butter sauce, elevated by a splash of apple vinegar. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions when you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of savory garlic and creamy butter creates a mouthwatering sauce that clings beautifully to the chicken, making every bite a delight. Whether served over rice, pasta, or a fresh salad, Garlic Butter Chicken is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 to 2 teaspoons seasoning (21 Salute or poultry)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup white apple vinegar or chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the pounded chicken with seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken for about 5 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from skillet and let it rest.
- Deglaze the skillet with apple vinegar (or broth), scraping any browned bits.
- Add butter, allowing it to melt; then stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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