Keto Chicken Meals with Just 5 Ingredients – Quick, Easy & Delicious!
This quick and easy Garlic Butter Chicken with Broccoli is the ultimate 5-ingredient keto meal perfect for busy weeknights! Tender chicken cooked in rich garlic butter with vibrant broccoli makes for a satisfying, low-carb dinner that’s both healthy and comforting.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients:
- Slice chicken into thin strips. Rinse and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince garlic.
Sauté Chicken:
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.
Add Garlic and Broccoli:
- Push chicken to one side of the skillet. Add remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds, then add broccoli. Stir everything together.
Steam and Simmer:
- Add 2 tablespoons of water. Cover the skillet with a lid and let broccoli steam for about 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
Serve:
- Stir everything well and serve hot. Garnish with parsley or a lemon wedge if desired.
Notes
💡 Notes
- You can substitute broccoli with green beans, zucchini, or spinach.
- Add red chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use ghee or olive oil as a dairy-free alternative to butter.
📦 Storage
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in a skillet or microwave until warm.
⚖️ Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 21g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Total Carbs: 6g