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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. 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 150 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

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

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  1. Cut chicken breasts in half to make 4 thin chicken fillets. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. 
  2. 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. 
  3. 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. 
  4. 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. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1chicken fillet Calories 150kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 51mg (17%) Sodium 116mg (5%) Potassium 218mg (6%) Fiber 0g (0%) Sugar 0g (0%) Vitamin A 205IU (4%) Vitamin C 1.4mg (2%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150

% Daily Value*

Serving 1chicken fillet
Calories 150kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 51mg 17%
Sodium 116mg 5%
Potassium 218mg 5%
Fiber 0g 0%
Sugar 0g 0%
Vitamin A 205IU 4%
Vitamin C 1.4mg 2%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.