Garlic Butter Chicken & Broccoli

 
This Garlic Butter Chicken & Broccoli  recipe is comfort food without the crash—high in protein, low in nonsense, and full of bold, satisfying flavor. Juicy chicken breast seasoned with garlic, oregano, and a kick of chili powder delivers the lean protein your body needs to build strength and burn fat. Broccoli adds fiber, vitamins, and volume to keep you full and focused. The garlic butter brings rich flavor without overdoing it, while lemon juice and crushed pepper brighten it up for that crave-worthy balance. It’s fast, filling, and proof that healthy doesn’t have to be boring—or bland. Just simple. Just effective.
 
Ingredients: Makes 2 Servings
2 pounds Chicken Breast
1 teaspoon EACH salt, garlic powder, or oregano
1 /2 teaspoon EACH black pepper, chili powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup butter, divided3-4 cloves garlic minced1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1⁄2 teaspoon crushed pepper3-4 cups broccoli florets, orbroccolini1⁄4 cup water or chicken stock1 tablespoon lemon juice, or juice of 1⁄2 lemon
 
Directions
Cut chicken breasts in half horizontally (to make 4 pieces total).
Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and chili powder.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons butter along with the chicken breasts. Cook chicken breasts 4-5 minutes per side or until browned and cooked through.
Remove chicken breasts from the pan and add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, and crushed pepper flakes. Stir for 1 minute or until garlic is fragrant and add the broccoli, water, and lemon juice to the pan. Cook broccoli 2-3 minutes or just until cooked.
Return chicken to the pan and garnish with parsley, cilantro, or lemon if desired. Serve immediately.