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15 Minute Garlic Butter Chicken (Keto)

Chicken breasts cooked in a fragrant garlic butter and herb sauce in under 15 Minutes. 
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword breasts, chicken, keto, one pan, quick
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 150kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 medium chicken breasts cut in half horizontally
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian season
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Crushed red chili pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley or cilantro

Instructions

  • Cut chicken breasts in half to make 4 thin chicken fillets. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. 
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook 3-4 minutes per side or until golden and crispy. Remove from pan and set aside. 
  • Reduce heat to low-medium and add 2 tablespoons butter to the pan along with the garlic, fresh herbs, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Stir the garlic and herbs into the melted butter. 
  • Return chicken to pan and drizzle sauce on chicken. Cook for another 1-2 minutes or until the garlic is golden and fragrant. Serve with a side of pasta, veggies, or rice. 

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Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken fillet | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 116mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Vitamin C: 1.4mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.4mg