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One-Pan Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Close-up of tender chicken pieces and bright green broccoli florets coated in a rich garlic butter sauce in Garlic Butter Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry.
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Make this quick and flavorful garlic butter chicken and broccoli stir fry for a simple weeknight meal. It cooks fast and uses a rich butter sauce instead of heavy soy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat

Instructions

  1. Season the cut chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the butter to the same skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli starts to turn bright green. Add 2 tablespoons of chicken broth if the pan seems dry.
  5. Pour in the remaining chicken broth, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss everything together until the chicken and broccoli are coated in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately over rice or noodles, if desired.

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, serve this stir fry over cauliflower rice.
  • Cut the chicken into uniform pieces so it cooks evenly.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the simmering sauce during the last minute of cooking.

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