Description
Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet is a quick and nutritious dish that brings together tender chicken and a medley of colorful vegetables, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend meals. This one-pan wonder is not only delicious but also caters to various dietary preferences, ensuring everyone can enjoy a healthy meal without compromising on flavor. With its balanced blend of lean protein and fresh veggies, this recipe is perfect for families or individuals looking to embrace healthier eating habits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and fresh ground 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 the chicken into 1-inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and chili powder in a small bowl; reserve half.
- Coat the chicken with half of the seasoning mix and drizzle with olive oil.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until browned (6-8 minutes). Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil; sauté onions for 2 minutes before adding broccoli, zucchini, yellow bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Season with remaining spices.
- Cook until vegetables are crisp-tender (4-6 minutes). Add chicken broth and return chicken to skillet; heat through (1 minute).
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg