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1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

2 cups broccoli florets

3 tbsp butter (divided)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Juice of 1/2 lemon

Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

1. Heat 1 tbsp butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter and add garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds.

4. Add broccoli and 2–3 tbsp water. Cover and steam for 3–4 minutes until just tender.

5. Return chicken to pan and add remaining 1 tbsp butter. Toss everything together until coated and heated through.

6. Squeeze lemon juice over the top, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Swap in green beans or asparagus for variety.

Great over rice, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice.

Make it spicy by increasing red pepper flakes.

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