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Garlic Butter Chicken Broccoli

A quick and creamy one-pan dish featuring tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a rich garlic butter sauce that's perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces Ensure pieces are uniform for even cooking.
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets Blanch before adding to the pan.
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Melt in the skillet for the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for cooking the chicken.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Sauté until fragrant.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce For flavoring the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice Adds a hint of acidity.
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for heat.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Black pepper For seasoning.
  • 1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds Optional for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice the chicken breasts into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
  2. Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until they turn a bright green. Quickly transfer them to an ice bath to retain their nutrients.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and slightly golden, about 1 minute.
  3. Return the chicken to the skillet, mixing in soy sauce, lemon juice, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well to coat the chicken.
  4. Gently fold in the blanched broccoli, allowing the sauce to cling to the florets.
  5. For a crunchy flair, sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish holds up beautifully in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Store in an airtight container. It can be reheated in the microwave or sautéed in a skillet.