Description
Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet is a colorful, nutritious dish that combines tender chicken with a variety of vibrant vegetables, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, allowing you to enjoy a wholesome meal in just 35 minutes. With lean protein and fresh veggies, it’s a delicious way to incorporate healthy eating into your routine. The dish is also versatile; feel free to swap out vegetables based on what you have on hand or your personal preferences. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or in lettuce wraps for an interactive dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 zucchini
- 1 small yellow bell pepper
- 1 small red bell pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Thyme
- Rosemary
- Paprika
- Chili powder
- Low sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and half the spice mix.
- Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until browned (6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onions in the same skillet until soft (2 minutes), then add broccoli, zucchini, and bell peppers. Cook until crisp-tender (4-6 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and return chicken to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through for another minute.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg