Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet
Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet is a vibrant, nutritious dish that brings together tender chicken pieces with an assortment of colorful vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this quick one-pan meal bursts with flavor and essential nutrients. With minimal cleanup and customizable ingredients, it’s an ideal option for a wholesome dinner that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and 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 broccoli florets
- 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 small yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 small red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth or apple juice
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken into pieces, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Mix garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and chili powder in a small bowl. Sprinkle half over the chicken.
- Heat ½ tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 6 to 8 minutes until browned. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add remaining oil and sauté onions for about 2 minutes. Then add broccoli, zucchini, yellow bell pepper, and red bell pepper; season with remaining spices. Stir occasionally for about 4 to 6 minutes until veggies are crisp-tender.
- Pour in broth or apple juice; stir to combine. Return chicken to the skillet and cook together for another minute.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg