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Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet

A one-pan, flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken bites and colorful veggies, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • to taste Salt and fresh ground black pepper
  • 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 medium 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 other liquids)
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, blend garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, paprika, and chili powder. Sprinkle half over the chicken.
  3. Drizzle ½ tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken, tossing to coat evenly.
Cooking
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  2. Transfer the chicken to a plate, cover with foil, and set aside.
  3. Return the skillet to heat with the remaining olive oil. Add the onions, cooking for 2 minutes before introducing broccoli, zucchini, and peppers.
  4. Add more oil if needed, then season and cook another 4 to 6 minutes until they’re crisp-tender.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
  6. Return the cooked chicken and its juices to the skillet, mixing it all together, and cook for another minute.
  7. Remove from heat, taste, and season as needed.
Serving
  1. Finish with chopped parsley and enjoy!

Notes

For best results, let the chicken rest to keep its juices. This dish is versatile; you can swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for variation.