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One Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe

Tender chicken breasts seared to perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce with crisp asparagus—all in one pan for the ultimate easy chicken dinner. This keto-friendly, low-carb skillet meal bursts with creamy, garlicky flavor and takes just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 482
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Meat mallet

Method
 

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  2. Step 1: Pat chicken dry, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat 2 tbsp butter in skillet over medium-high; sear chicken 5-6 min per side until 165°F. Remove to plate. Step 2: Sauté asparagus 3-4 min until crisp-tender; push aside. Step 3: Melt 1 tbsp butter, add garlic 30 sec. Deglaze with broth 2 min, stir in cream and Parmesan; simmer to thicken. Step 4: Return chicken and asparagus; simmer 2-3 min. Finish with lemon and parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 482 | Carbohydrates: 6 | Protein: 38 | Fat: 34 | Fiber: 2 | Sugar: 2

Notes

STORAGE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat with a splash of water or broth to restore moisture. Do not freeze as the texture will change.
MAKE AHEAD: You can prep garlic and season chicken up to 24 hours in advance and store covered in the fridge. Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before cooking.
SUBSTITUTIONS: For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil and heavy cream with coconut cream. Chicken thighs for breasts if preferring juicier meat.
PRO TIPS: Pound chicken to 1/2-inch for even cooking; don't overcrowd pan to avoid steaming. Use room-temp ingredients for smooth sauce emulsion.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve family-style from skillet with crusty bread or over cauliflower rice. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges for zing.
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