Description
Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
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
chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces, season with salt and pepper, and set it aside.
2. Mix garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and chili powder. Sprinkle half over the chicken.
3. Drizzle ½ tablespoon olive oil over chicken and coat.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet. Cook chicken 6 to 8 minutes until browned and cooked.
5. Transfer chicken to a plate and cover.
6. Add remaining oil. Cook onions 2 minutes, then broccoli, zucchini, and peppers. Season with remaining spices. Cook 4 to 6 minutes.
7. Pour in broth and stir.
8. Return chicken and juices to skillet. Cook 1 minute.
9. Remove from heat, adjust seasoning, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use chicken thighs if preferred.
Add mushrooms or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1