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Garlic Butter Chicken Broccoli

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A quick and flavorful Garlic Butter Chicken Broccoli dish, perfect for busy weeknights.

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 olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1/4 cup of water and the broccoli florets. Cover and steam for 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender. Discard any excess water.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and melt the butter in the pan. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until it becomes aromatic.
  5. Mix in the soy sauce, lemon juice, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce. Allow everything to cook together for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Gently fold in the steamed broccoli, ensuring it is well-coated with the sauce.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped parsley, if using. Serve warm on its own or alongside rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice.

Notes

For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños or switch the protein with shrimp or tofu.

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