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Garlic Butter Chicken and Salmon

This one-pan dish combines crispy chicken and tender salmon in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets
  • 1/2 cup butter Use unsalted for better control over saltiness.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
  • Fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or dill, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add in the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet, browning them on both sides.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
  6. Place salmon fillets in the same skillet, cooking for about 4 minutes per side.
  7. Move the salmon into the baking dish with the chicken.
  8. Pour the remaining garlic butter over the chicken and salmon.
  9. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Serving
  1. Serve with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.