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One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken and Cauliflower

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A flavorful one-pan garlic butter chicken and cauliflower dish that’s quick to make and perfect for weeknights. Juicy chicken breasts and tender cauliflower florets are cooked in a savory garlic-butter sauce with a hint of lemon and spice.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ small cauliflower, cut into ½-inch thick slices
  • 1½ tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Butterfly each chicken breast and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let sit while you prep the cauliflower.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil in a cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken and cook 4–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. In the last minute, reduce heat, add garlic, stir until fragrant, then remove chicken to a plate.
  4. Raise the skillet heat to medium-high. Add chicken broth and simmer to reduce by half.
  5. Add remaining butter, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir to combine.
  6. Add cauliflower in a single layer, cover, and cook 10–12 minutes, flipping occasionally, until browned and tender. Add a splash of water if needed.
  7. Push cauliflower to one side, return chicken to pan to reheat for 1–2 minutes.
  8. Serve chicken and cauliflower together, optionally with rice or another grain.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Fresh cauliflower gives better texture than frozen.
  • Add a splash of cream or crème fraîche for a creamy version.
  • Customize heat by adjusting hot sauce or omitting it entirely.
  • Store leftovers for up to 3 days and reheat gently to avoid drying.

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