20-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken Gluten Free
This fast, rich, and savory garlic butter chicken is gluten-free, full of flavor, and perfect for cozy weeknights. Ready in just 20 minutes with pantry staples.
Equipment
- skillet
- Stovetop
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into chunks or strips
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter or dairy-free alternative
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Push chicken to one side. Add remaining 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic. Stir garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant, then toss with chicken.
- Drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
Great for meal prep and ready in just 20 minutes. For a creamier sauce, add ¼ cup coconut cream. Make it spicy with red pepper flakes. Stores well in fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 450mgVitamin A: 160IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
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