Description
Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet is a vibrant and wholesome dish that brings together tender chicken and a colorful assortment of vegetables, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can create a nutritious meal that delights both the eyes and the palate. This one-pan wonder minimizes cleanup while maximizing flavor, thanks to a blend of aromatic herbs and spices. It’s versatile enough to accommodate your favorite vegetables or whatever you have on hand, making it an excellent choice for both family dinners and entertaining friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 zucchini
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth (or apple juice)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix seasoning ingredients in a small bowl; sprinkle half over the chicken.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until browned.
- Remove chicken; sauté onions in the same skillet for 2 minutes.
- Add broccoli, zucchini, and bell peppers; season with remaining spices.
- Stir in broth; return chicken to the skillet, combine well, and heat through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg