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Garlic Butter Chicken and Salmon

A delightful dish combining the rich flavors of chicken and salmon with a comforting garlic butter sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets
  • 4 tablespoons garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • for garnish Fresh herbs optional

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the butter and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, seasoning them with salt and pepper.
  6. Cook the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side until it is cooked through.
  7. Serve the chicken and salmon with garlic butter drizzled over the top, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

This dish is best served warm. Pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or a salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.