Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher Recipe
Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher is a flavorful and elegant dish featuring seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce infused with fresh herbs. This recipe pairs perfectly with steamed green beans and roasted potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American Steakhouse
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving
- Lemon wedges (optional)
- Steamed green beans
- Roasted potatoes
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken and place on a plate.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Let it melt and foam, then add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Deglaze and Add Herbs: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the skillet bottom to lift any browned bits. Stir in chopped parsley, basil (if using), and red pepper flakes for heat. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Combine Chicken with Sauce: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them fully in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through and allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Plate the chicken with the buttery garlic sauce spooned generously over each breast. Serve alongside steamed green beans and roasted potatoes. Optionally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken for added brightness.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat with extra chicken broth to keep moist.
- Double the recipe for larger groups, using a bigger skillet or cooking in batches to maintain heat.
- Pair with a crisp salad or customize steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts for a juicier result.
- For a vegan alternative, use tofu or seitan and vegetable broth.
- Dried herbs can replace fresh herbs; use 1/3 of the fresh herb amount.
- Prepare chicken and sauce ahead but keep separate until serving.
- Leftovers can be frozen for longer storage.
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