Description
Whole30 Garlic Butter Chicken is a quick and hearty dish that makes weeknight dinners a breeze. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy tender chicken breast enveloped in a rich garlic-infused vegan butter sauce, creating an irresistible meal that satisfies your taste buds. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile—pair it with your favorite sides like cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables for a balanced dinner. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this dish fits perfectly into your healthy eating routine while being budget-friendly too.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into 1" pieces)
- 5 tablespoons vegan butter (divided)
- 1/4 cup arrowroot, potato, or cassava flour
- 1 tablespoon seasoning mix
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
Instructions
- In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine cubed chicken with seasonings and flour or starch. Toss until evenly coated.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of vegan butter in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook until browned on both sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add the remaining vegan butter and minced garlic to the pan, sautéing for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant and chicken is cooked through.
- Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg