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Keto Garlic Butter Chicken
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Keto Garlic Butter Chicken Recipe

This Keto Garlic Butter Chicken is juicy, flavorful, and coated in a rich, buttery garlic sauce. It’s a quick low-carb dinner that feels indulgent but stays healthy and simple. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Keto / Low-Carb
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat
  3. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through
  4. Remove chicken and set aside
  5. In the same pan, melt butter and add garlic
  6. Sauté garlic until fragrant
  7. Add lemon juice and stir
  8. Return chicken to the pan and coat in garlic butter sauce
  9. Sprinkle parsley on top and serve warm

Notes

  • Do not burn garlic—cook on low heat
  • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
  • Add chili flakes for a spicy kick
  • Serve with veggies or cauliflower rice
  • Best enjoyed fresh and hot

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