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Garlic Butter Chicken Broccoli

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Warm, garlicky, and quick to make, this Garlic Butter Chicken Broccoli balances rich butter with bright lemon and tender broccoli.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Option

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil, cook the chicken. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces, season with salt and black pepper, and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  2. Steam the broccoli. In the same skillet, add 1/4 cup water and the 2 cups fresh broccoli florets. Cover and steam for 2 to 3 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender. Discard any excess water.
  3. Make the garlic butter. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 3 tablespoons unsalted butter to the pan. Once the butter melts, stir in the 4 cloves minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until aromatic.
  4. Build the sauce. Stir in 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes if using. Mix until fully combined and the sauce is glossy.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes so the flavors combine.
  6. Fold in broccoli. Gently fold the steamed broccoli into the chicken until everything is evenly mixed and well coated with the sauce.
  7. Finish and serve. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, if using. Serve warm as is or with rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning for better browning. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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