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15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken – Quick Dinner Savior

Juicy chicken in 5-ingredient garlic butter sauce. Ready in 15 min, perfect for busy week-night quick dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 425
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large chicken breast, sliced thin
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 small bell pepper, sliced
  • ½ onion, sliced
  • 1 small carrot, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Equipment

  • A large nonstick skillet
  • A cutting board
  • A sharp chef’s knife
  • A wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • A small bowl (for mixing sauce)
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Heat the skillet.
  2. Cook the chicken.
  3. Remove the chicken.
  4. Add vegetables
  5. Make the sauce.
  6. Return chicken to skillet.
  7. Cook for 3–4 minutes
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

These notes help you make a perfect quick dinner every time:
  • Use high heat. A quick dinner needs fast cooking. High heat gives better browning and flavor.
  • Don’t skip the pat-dry step. Water on chicken prevents browning. Dry chicken browns better.
  • Prep first, cook second. Quick dinners move fast. Having ingredients ready saves time.
  • Taste the sauce. Adjust sweetness, salt, or acidity based on your preference
  • Use fresh vegetables. Fresh veggies cook faster and stay crisp and colorful.
  • Try variations. Swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or beef for a new twist.
  • Cook vegetables evenly. Cut them into similar sizes so they cook at the same speed.
These small tips help you build skill and confidence in making a quick dinner anytime.