Starting your cooking journey can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. This juicy, garlic-butter chicken and vegetable medley is the perfect first win for any new home chef.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 20 min · Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken from pan and set aside on a plate.
3. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add broccoli and carrots to the pan. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together for 2 minutes to glaze the meat and vegetables in the garlic butter.
6. Serve immediately while hot.

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Allergens

Contains: dairy

Cook to safe internal temperatures and use a food thermometer. Allergen and nutrition information is approximate — verify for your needs. This recipe was generated with AI assistance and reviewed for general guidance only.