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.
See how it's done step by step:
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
- Pat chicken dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- 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.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and carrots to the pan. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together for 2 minutes to glaze the meat and vegetables in the garlic butter.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Looking for something similar? Try One-Pan Garlic Butter Lemon Chicken & Asparagus.
What You'll Need
OXO Good Grips Tongs (12-inch)
Best tongs for flipping chicken without shredding. Heat-resistant, locking mechanism.
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Pair this with One-Pan Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Broccoli.
Allergens
Contains: dairy
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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.

