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Garlic Butter Chicken and Salmon

A delicious combination of tender chicken and succulent salmon in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust the seasonings to your taste.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Make sure your skillet is hot enough before adding the chicken.
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional) Consider parsley or dill for garnishing.

Method
 

Cooking Chicken
  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 per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking Salmon
  1. In the same skillet, add the butter and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  2. Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken and salmon with garlic butter drizzled over the top, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through. You can customize this dish by adding lemon zest or other herbs like thyme or rosemary.