Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher Recipe
This copycat Chicken Christopher recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen. Juicy chicken in garlic butter sauce, served with green beans and roasted potatoes — just like Morton’s.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Searing, Pan Sauce
- Cuisine: American, Steakhouse Style
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
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 heat)
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Steamed green beans, for serving
Roasted potatoes, for serving
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the chicken and sear for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (165°F / 74°C internal temperature). Remove and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the skillet, and let it melt.
Stir in the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, just until fragrant.
Add the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
Stir in chopped parsley and basil (if using), plus red pepper flakes if desired. Simmer for 3–4 minutes to reduce slightly.
Return the chicken to the pan and coat with the garlic butter sauce. Simmer for 2–3 more minutes.
Serve the chicken with sauce spooned over the top. Add steamed green beans and roasted potatoes on the side.
(Optional) Squeeze lemon over the chicken before serving for added brightness.
Notes
Be careful not to overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
Fresh basil adds an aromatic layer, but the dish is still delicious without it.
Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control saltiness.
Great for dinner parties or date nights—pairs well with white wine.
