Garlic Butter Chicken Broccoli – Quick, Healthy, and Flavorful
Juicy chicken and crisp broccoli tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Quick, healthy, and perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: One-Pot, Quick Meals
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 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 and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, sauté 5–6 minutes until golden. Remove chicken.
- In the same skillet, add 1/4 cup water and broccoli. Cover and steam 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender. Discard excess water.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Melt butter, stir in garlic, cook 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Add soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Return chicken to skillet, toss with garlic butter sauce for 1–2 minutes.
- Fold in steamed broccoli until evenly coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and parsley if desired. Serve warm with rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice.
Notes
- Quick one-pan meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Can serve with rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice.
- Optional garnishes add flavor and color.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice.
- Meal prep friendly; store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.