Healthy Chicken And Vegetables Skillet Recipe
This healthy chicken and vegetables skillet recipe is a delicious, quick, and easy one-pan meal. Made with tender chicken breast, fresh vegetables, and flavorful seasoning, it's perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup broccoli florets
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Add oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth. Stir and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, stir to combine, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the dish before serving.
Notes
- Swap vegetables based on preference (mushrooms, asparagus, or carrots work well).
- Use boneless chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Serve over quinoa, rice, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg