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Skillet Chicken Breasts with Shallot Pan Sauce

Skillet Chicken Breasts with Shallot Pan Sauce features tender, thin-cut chicken seared in butter and olive oil, then finished with a glossy sauce of shallots, garlic, white wine, and chicken broth. The result is bright and savory with a gentle sweetness from the shallots, perfect for weeknights yet elegant enough for guests. Serve it alongside rice or mashed potatoes to catch every drop.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Skillet Chicken Breasts with Shallot Pan Sauce
  1. 1

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter and heat the olive oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then brown it on both sides in the skillet. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, or until the chicken juices run clear. Remove and keep warm.

  2. 2

    Over medium heat, add the shallots and garlic to the skillet and cook until tender. Stir in the wine and cook until warmed through. Add the broth and cook for 5 minutes, or until reduced and slightly thickened. Stir in the remaining butter until melted. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.