Description
Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet: A Delicious and Nutritious One-Pot Meal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cup 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
- 1/4 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 aside.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and chili powder. Sprinkle half of the seasoning mix over the chicken.
3. Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken, tossing it to coat evenly.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.
5. Transfer the chicken to a plate, cover, and set aside.
6. Return the skillet to the stove and heat the remaining olive oil. Add the onions and cook for 2 minutes, then add the broccoli, zucchini, and peppers. If needed, add a little more oil. Season with the rest of the spice mix, along with some salt and pepper, and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
7. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
8. Return the cooked chicken and its juices to the skillet, stir everything together, and cook for another minute.
9. Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
The Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet is versatile; you can swap chicken for turkey or tofu. Experiment with different vegetables like carrots or mushrooms. Adjust spices to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg