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Healthy chicken skillet packed with vegetables and flavor.

Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet

A simple and nutritious one-pan dish featuring tender chicken and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Healthy
Servings 4 servings
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided adds moisture and flavor
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces provides protein and structure
  • Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste enhances flavor

For Seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder adds savory depth
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder contributes mild sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme offers herbal notes
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary adds woodsy flavor
  • ½ teaspoon paprika adds warmth and color
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon chili powder provides heat and spice

For the Vegetables

  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced offers sweetness and texture
  • 3 cups bite-size broccoli florets adds color and crunch
  • 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced and cut into half-moons contributes moisture and mild flavor
  • 1 small yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks adds sweetness and crunch
  • 1 small red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks adds sweetness and vibrant color

For Cooking

  • ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth (or dry white wine, apple juice, or water) provides moisture
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish adds freshness

Instructions
 

Cooking Chicken

  • Begin by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the pound of chicken pieces and season them with salt and fresh ground black pepper.
  • Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Adding Spices

  • Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, and chili powder.
  • Stir the spices into the chicken and ensure they coat each piece evenly.

Cooking Vegetables

  • Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil along with the sliced yellow onion.
  • Sauté the onion for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent.
  • Add the broccoli florets, zucchini slices, yellow bell pepper chunks, and red bell pepper chunks.
  • Stir everything together and pour in the low sodium chicken broth.
  • Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet vibrant.

Final Touches

  • Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Serve the skillet hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

For best results, cut chicken into uniform pieces and avoid overcrowding the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 290mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g
Keyword easy dinner, Healthy Chicken Skillet, One Pan Meal, Quick Recipe, Vegetable Dish
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