Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet – Easy One-Pan Dinner Recipe
Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Skillet is a quick one-pan dinner made with tender seasoned chicken and colorful vegetables. It’s light, nutritious, and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and 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
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 small yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and half the spice mix.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil and sauté onion for 2 minutes.
- Add broccoli, zucchini, and peppers. Season with remaining spices, salt, and pepper. Cook 4–6 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add chicken broth and stir.
- Return chicken to skillet and cook 1 more minute.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Cut vegetables evenly for consistent cooking.
- Don’t overcook chicken to keep it juicy.
- Great served with rice, quinoa, or on its own.
- Use cast iron skillet for best sear.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving