Description
A quick and nutritious one-skillet chicken and broccoli dinner that combines tender, seasoned chicken breasts with steamed broccoli, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup. This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight and can be served with your choice of rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice, topped with optional grated Parmesan and a hint of lemon juice for extra brightness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings & Liquids
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Toppings
- Grated Parmesan, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces, seasoning them with salt, black pepper, paprika, and onion powder. Cook the chicken until it is nicely browned and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté garlic and steam broccoli: If needed, add a splash more olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the broccoli florets and pour in the chicken broth. Cover the skillet with a lid to steam the broccoli for 4 to 5 minutes or until tender but still vibrant green.
- Combine chicken and broccoli: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir everything together. Add lemon juice if using, then simmer the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Serve the chicken and broccoli warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, omit the Parmesan topping or substitute with a dairy-free cheese.
- You can use other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas instead of or in addition to broccoli.
- Adjust the spices and herbs according to your taste preferences.
- This recipe can easily be doubled for a larger crowd.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
