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Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet

Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet

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Discover the delightful Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet, a one-pan meal that balances flavor and nutrition effortlessly. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish combines tender chicken with an array of vibrant vegetables for a wholesome dinner that pleases the entire family. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, it’s customizable to suit your taste—swap in your favorite veggies or adjust spices as desired.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 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 or apple juice
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  2. Mix garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and chili powder in a small bowl. Season chicken with half of the mixture.
  3. Drizzle half tablespoon olive oil over seasoned chicken and toss.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook for 6–8 minutes until browned. Set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, then onions; sauté for 2 minutes. Add broccoli, zucchini, and bell peppers; cook for 4–6 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Stir in chicken broth (or alternative) and return cooked chicken to the skillet; combine well.
  7. Heat through for an additional minute before serving.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg