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Garlic Butter Chicken & Broccoli | 15 Min Easy Recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
This quick and flavorful dish combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and garlic butter for a satisfying meal in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

Vegetables

  • 2 cups broccoli florets

Dairy & Fats

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

Garlic

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings

  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)

Citrus

  • juice of 1/2 lemon (optional) lemon juice

Garnish

  • for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika; cook 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Add garlic; cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in broccoli and remaining butter; cover and cook 3-4 minutes until tender and bright green.
  • Squeeze lemon juice over and toss; garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or serve with rice.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Broccoli, chicken, garlic

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 600mg