Creamy Garlic Chicken with Broccoli

Servings

3–4 servings

Total Time

30 minutes

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Ingredients

Main

• 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-size cubes

• 2 cups broccoli florets

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

Cream Sauce

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup chicken broth

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt

Optional (for thicker sauce)

• 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water

Garnish

• chopped parsley

• extra Parmesan

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Instructions

1. Cook the Broccoli

1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil.

2. Add broccoli and cook 2 minutes until bright green.

3. Drain and set aside.

(You can also steam it for a firmer texture.)

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2. Sear the Chicken

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Season chicken with salt and pepper.

3. Cook chicken pieces for 5–6 minutes until golden brown.

4. Remove from the pan and set aside.

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3. Make the Garlic Base

1. In the same pan, melt butter.

2. Add minced garlic.

3. Cook for 30–40 seconds until fragrant.

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4. Make the Cream Sauce

Add to the pan:

• chicken broth

• heavy cream

• Italian seasoning

• Parmesan cheese

Stir well and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

(For a thicker sauce, add the cornstarch mixture and stir.)

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5. Combine Everything

1. Return chicken to the pan.

2. Add broccoli.

3. Toss everything together so the sauce coats the chicken and vegetables.

4. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

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6. Serve

Serve hot with:

• steamed rice

• pasta

• mashed potatoes

• or low-carb cauliflower rice

Top with parsley and extra Parmesan.

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✅ Flavor Profile

• creamy

• garlicky

• savory

• slightly cheesy

• fresh from broccoli