Description
Whole30 Garlic Butter Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this savory chicken coated in rich garlic butter, making it a family favorite that’s also versatile enough to cater to various dietary needs, including Whole30, paleo, and keto. Pair it with your choice of sides like cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables for a nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into 1" pieces)
- 5 tablespoons vegan butter (divided)
- 1/4 cup arrowroot or cassava flour
- 1 tablespoon Trader Joe's 21 Seasoning Salute
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine cubed chicken with seasonings and flour until evenly coated.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of ghee in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer.
- Cook for about 5 minutes on each side until browned and crispy.
- Add the remaining ghee and minced garlic; sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant and chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Feel free to use regular butter if you're not strictly adhering to Whole30 guidelines. Customize flavors by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary. Check doneness by ensuring there are no pink parts inside the chicken.