Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Broccoli is a quick and delicious weeknight meal that combines tender chicken breasts, fresh broccoli, and a rich garlic butter sauce. This one-pan dish is not only easy to prepare but also delivers bold flavors that will leave your family asking for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a satisfying dinner that’s both nutritious and visually appealing. Perfect for busy nights or special occasions, this recipe is bound to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Toss in broccoli florets around the chicken in the skillet.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and lemon juice, then pour over the chicken and broccoli.
- Transfer everything to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and broccoli is tender yet crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 120mg