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    Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Brussels Sprouts

    By Julia | Updated: Oct 09, 2021 | Published: Sep 28, 2021 | 76 Comments

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    Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Brussels Sprouts is an easy weeknight dinner that a whole family will love! Chicken and roasted Brussels sprouts are cooked in lemon butter sauce with lots of fresh garlic. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the sauce is pure comfort food!

    lemon garlic butter chicken and Brussels sprouts in a cast-iron skillet

     

    Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken

    This delicious recipe is packed with flavor and made with simple ingredients found in any pantry.  This recipe is low-carb, gluten-free, high in protein, and keto-friendly.

    • First, the chicken is seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper, and cooked in olive oil.
    • Meanwhile, the Brussels sprouts are roasted in the oven until crispy.
    • Then, both the cooked chicken and Brussels sprouts are combined together in a lemon garlic butter sauce seasoned with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.

    My other popular chicken recipe that is also low-carb and keto-friendly is chicken thighs with creamy bacon mushroom thyme sauce.

    What type of chicken to use?

    I used skinless, boneless chicken tenderloins - they are, well, tender, and are already sliced the way I want them for this recipe.  However, you can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts with equal success.  Just slice them thinly.

    What kind of veggies to use?

    I made this with Brussels sprouts which I roasted (seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper) in the preheated oven at 400 F for 20 minutes.  You can also use roasted asparagus, green beans, or broccoli.

    lemon garlic butter chicken and Brussels sprouts in a cast-iron skillet

    How to make Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken

    Start by roasting Brussels sprouts in the preheated oven at 400 F for 20 minutes.

    roasted Brussels sprouts on a parchment paper lined baking sheet

    Then, prepare the chicken.  Use skinless, boneless chicken tenderloins.  Slice them into thinner strips.

    raw chicken tenderloins on a white plate

    Generously season the chicken tenderloins with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

    raw chicken tenderloins seasoned with paprika, salt and pepper

    Cook chicken tenderloins in olive oil in a cast-iron skillet.   After the chicken is cooked for about 5 minutes, sprinkle the chicken with Italian seasoning, crushed red chili pepper flakes, add minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and butter. Cook for another 2 minutes or more until the chicken is cooked through but not overcooked.

    cooked chicken tenderloins in a cast-iron skillet

    Add Brussels sprouts and more butter.  Stir everything together on low heat.  When serving, top the chicken with chopped fresh parsley.

    Helpful tips

    • Prepare the Brussels sprouts.  Trim the ends, remove yellow leaves.  Make the sprouts look fresh and beautiful!  Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to minimize the cleanup.  Roast the Brussels sprouts with the cut sides down to provide for a beautiful roasted look.
    • Use skinless, boneless chicken tenderloins.  They are already usually precut and you can just add them to the skillet.  If they are too thick, slice them into thinner strips.
    • Fresh lemon.  Use either 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice or just add 4 thin slices of lemon when you add garlic (and remove the lemon slices before serving).

    What to serve with it?

    This lemon garlic butter chicken is already a complete meal since it's made with roasted Brussels sprouts.  If you would like to add carbs to it, serve this with rice, mashed potatoes, cauliflower rice, or lemon-flavored pasta.

    How to store it

    • Fridge. Lemon garlic butter chicken can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
    • Freezer.  Freeze it in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

    lemon garlic butter chicken and Brussels sprouts in a cast-iron skillet

    Other chicken recipes

    If you like chicken dinners similar to this one where the chicken is combined with veggies, try these recipes next:

    • Maple Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
    • One-Pan Pesto Chicken and Veggies (Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes)
    • Sheet-Pan Chicken Thighs with Roasted Butternut Squash and Brussels Sprouts
    • Creamy Tuscan Chicken with Spinach and Artichokes
    lemon garlic butter chicken and Brussels sprouts in a cast-iron skillet
    4.76 from 304 votes

    Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Brussels Sprouts

    Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Brussels Sprouts is an easy weeknight dinner that a whole family will love! Chicken and roasted Brussels sprouts are cooked in lemon butter sauce with lots of fresh garlic. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the sauce is pure comfort food!
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3 people
    Calories per serving 531 kcal
    Author: Julia

    Ingredients

    Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    • 12 oz Brussels sprouts ends trimmed, yellow leaves removed
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken

    • 1 lb chicken tenderloins skinless, boneless
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
    • black pepper freshly ground, to taste
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes or to taste
    • 5 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 4 tablespoons butter divided

    Garnish

    • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
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    Instructions 

    How to roast Brussels Sprouts

    • Preheat oven to 400 F. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Trim ends of Brussels sprouts and remove yellow leaves. Then, slice all Brussels sprouts in half.
    • In a medium bowl, combine halved Brussels sprouts, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, and toss to combine. Spread Brussels sprouts on the baking sheet, cut sides down, without crowding.
    • Roast in the preheated oven at 400 F for about 20 minutes.

    How to make Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken

    • If chicken tenderloins are too thick, slice them into strips. Season the chicken with smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
    • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat in a large cast-iron skillet. Add the chicken in one layer and cook for about 3 minutes. Flip the chicken strips over and cook for 2 more minutes.
    • Lower the heat to low, sprinkle the chicken with Italian seasoning and crushed red chili pepper flakes, add minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 3 tablespoons of butter. Cook for another 2 minutes or more, frequently stirring, until the chicken is cooked through but not overcooked.
    • Add roasted Brussels sprouts to the same skillet with cooked chicken. Add 1 remaining tablespoon of butter and melt it on low heat, stirring it together with the Brussels sprouts. Do it rather quickly, for a couple of minutes, just until the butter melts and the lemon garlic butter sauce coats both the chicken and the Brussels sprouts evenly. Remove from heat.
    • Stir in half of the chopped fresh parsley. When serving, top with the remaining half of chopped fresh parsley. Season with more crushed red chili pepper flakes, if desired.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Information
    Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Brussels Sprouts
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    531
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    38
    g
    58
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    13
    g
    81
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    1
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    3
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    19
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    137
    mg
    46
    %
    Sodium
     
    535
    mg
    23
    %
    Potassium
     
    1065
    mg
    30
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    13
    g
    4
    %
    Fiber
     
    5
    g
    21
    %
    Sugar
     
    3
    g
    3
    %
    Protein
     
    37
    g
    74
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1958
    IU
    39
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    106
    mg
    128
    %
    Calcium
     
    82
    mg
    8
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutrition Disclaimer:

    The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    1. Maria

      March 17, 2025 at 8:05 pm

      It was quick to make and flavorful. I will make this recipe again.

      Reply
    2. Ian W.

      March 14, 2025 at 12:09 am

      This was a hit in my house! Very easy and flavorful. I made with a mix of sliced chicken breasts & thighs, because that's what we had on hand, and it came out great.

      Reply
    3. CLC

      January 07, 2025 at 4:20 pm

      Very tasty and easy to make. It was our lunch for 2 today and my husband, a French chef, loved it. I made it without modifications or substitutions.

      Reply
    4. Vicki Hearne

      December 14, 2024 at 2:23 pm

      Could I use frozen brussel sprouts instead of fresh?

      Reply
    5. Christina Price

      December 05, 2024 at 4:42 pm

      Very light dish. I served mine with white rice very delicious.

      Reply
    6. Christina Price

      December 05, 2024 at 4:41 pm

      I just finished making this, I omitted the Italian seasoning, and forgot the parsley, but other wise it was pretty tasty. I served it with white rice. Very light dish.

      Reply
    7. Stephanie P

      December 03, 2024 at 10:57 am

      I don't usually comment on recipes but this was DELICIOUS. I added half a package of bacon to make it a little more decadent (and served it with a baguette) but the basic sauce and flavors are AMAZING!

      Reply
    8. Heather harvey

      July 27, 2024 at 5:22 pm

      Still not sure how to make lemon garlic butter sauce.

      Reply
      • Julia

        August 04, 2024 at 6:52 pm

        Hi Heather, the instructions are in the recipe card, here is the shortcut to it: https://juliasalbum.com/lemon-garlic-butter-chicken/#recipe

        Reply
    9. Melissa

      May 14, 2024 at 9:51 pm

      This recipe was easy and sooo good! I did make a few adjustments since I did not have all of the ingredients. I substituted lime juice for lemon and no parsley. It still came out phenominal!!!

      Reply
      • Julia

        May 15, 2024 at 6:18 pm

        Melissa, I am so glad the recipe turned out well!! Thank you for your review 🙂

        Reply
    10. Linda

      April 24, 2024 at 10:07 pm

      Delicious

      Reply
      • Julia

        April 25, 2024 at 1:20 pm

        Thanks, Linda! 🙂

        Reply
    11. Jessie

      February 15, 2024 at 6:56 pm

      So good! And so easy. My husband requested I make it every week.

      Reply
      • Julia

        February 17, 2024 at 7:17 pm

        Jessie, I am so flattered by your comment! ❤️❤️

        Reply
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