Keto Garlic Butter Chicken and Broccoli
A skillet-based Keto-friendly dish featuring tender chicken and crisp-tender broccoli bathed in garlicky butter. It comes together quickly, with pantry staples and a punch of flavor from garlic, lemon, and a touch of soy for depth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz broccoli florets
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- to taste salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken pieces dry and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and a tablespoon of butter.
- Add the chicken in a single layer. Sear until golden brown on the outside and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and the minced garlic. Sauté briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in the tamari and lemon juice, then add the broccoli florets. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until the broccoli is bright green and just tender.
- Return the chicken to the pan. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and toss everything together until heated through and coated in the garlicky sauce.
- Taste and adjust with a little more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if you like. Serve hot.