Chicken and Vegetable Skillet: A Simple and Healthy One-Pan Meal Recipe
This quick and healthy chicken and vegetable skillet is perfect for a nutritious, one-pan dinner packed with flavor and color.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing the chicken)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
Vegetables
- 2 pieces bell peppers (chopped, any color)
- 1 large zucchini (sliced)
- 2 carrots peeled and sliced
- 1 small red onion (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved, optional)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Optional Flavors
- to taste Crushed red pepper flakes or herbs like thyme or oregano (for added flavor)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Heat skillet, sear chicken 5-7 mins per side until cooked; remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil, sauté vegetables 5-7 mins, add chicken broth if needed.
- Return chicken, add lemon juice, simmer 5 mins, then garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle herbs or red pepper flakes as desired.