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Festive Copycat: Morton’s Chicken — Christmas Chicken Breast Recipes Idea

Festive Copycat: Morton’s Chicken — Christmas Chicken Breast Recipes Idea

Recreate a festive favorite with this succulent chicken breast recipe, perfect for a Christmas dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Flattened to even thickness
  • 1 cup plain all-purpose flour For coating
  • 0.5 tsp fine salt For seasoning flour
  • 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper For seasoning flour
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter Divided use
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For frying
  • 6 cloves garlic Finely minced
  • 0.5 cup dry white wine Adds depth to the sauce
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken stock For sauce
  • 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream For richness in sauce
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley Finely chopped, for garnish
  • 1 pieces Lemon wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Flatten each chicken breast to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin (about ½-inch). Pat the meat dry.
  2. Combine the flour, salt and pepper on a plate. Lightly coat each breast in the seasoned flour, tapping off any loose flour.
  3. Heat 3 tablespoons butter with the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium–high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken and brown on both sides, about 4–5 minutes per side, until cooked through. Transfer the cooked breasts to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons butter to the same pan. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook very briefly—just until fragrant (about 30–60 seconds).
  5. Pour in the white wine and chicken stock, using a wooden spoon to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the liquid bubble and reduce for a couple of minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped parsley, simmering gently until the sauce thickens a little and becomes glossy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over each piece, warming the breasts through for a minute or two so they soak up the sauce.
  8. Plate the chicken, spoon extra sauce over top, and serve with lemon wedges alongside.

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes. The sauce is rich and flavorful, perfect for a festive occasion.