Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Butter and Roasted Broccoli
Tender chicken breasts seared in garlic butter and served with perfectly roasted broccoli for a simple, satisfying keto dinner. This american-inspired keto (low carb) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) Chicken breasts, Butter, minced Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (6 oz each) Chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 cups, chopped into florets Broccoli
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet; roast for 15 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
- Step 2: Season chicken breasts with remaining salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted. Add chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 3: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in remaining 1 tbsp butter until melted, then remove from heat.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Butter and Roasted Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Butter and Roasted Broccoli?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Butter and Roasted Broccoli?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Butter and Roasted Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic Butter and Roasted Broccoli low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best chicken recipe I've tried in a long time! So simple and delicious.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The broccoli roasted beautifully.
- ★★★★★
The garlic butter sauce made the chicken so flavorful! My keto friends raved about it.
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