Description
Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan dish that brings together tender chicken and an array of colorful vegetables in an easy-to-make meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner, this recipe delivers a nutritious option without compromising on flavor. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a wholesome, balanced meal that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Packed with protein and vitamins, this skillet is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile—feel free to customize it with your favorite veggies or adjust the spice levels to suit your preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cups bite-size broccoli florets
- 1 zucchini, thinly sliced and cut into half-moons
- 1 small yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 small red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and chili powder. Season chicken with half of the mix.
- Drizzle half tablespoon of olive oil over seasoned chicken to coat evenly.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until browned (6-8 minutes). Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sliced onions; cook until translucent (2 minutes). Stir in broccoli, zucchini, and bell peppers; season with remaining spices.
- Pour in chicken broth; stir well to combine.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet and heat through for an additional minute.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg