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Garlic Butter Chicken

A simple yet impressive weeknight meal featuring tender chicken breasts seared to perfection and finished in a savory garlic butter sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
  • 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons 21 Salute Seasoning or poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Warm a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Coat chicken breasts with seasoning evenly.
  3. Place seasoned chicken in the skillet and sear until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes per side.
  4. Pour white wine or chicken broth into the skillet to deglaze, scraping the bottom with a spatula.
  5. Lower the heat, add butter and minced garlic, swirling until butter is melted.
  6. Allow chicken to finish cooking in the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes.
  7. Optionally sprinkle chopped parsley on top before serving.

Notes

Optionally serve with pasta, bread, or wraps. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: garlic butter chicken, weeknight meal, easy dinner