Quick & Healthy Chicken Skillet
A quick and healthy chicken skillet featuring juicy chicken and colorful vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Boneless, skinless for quicker cooking
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 piece bell pepper, sliced Any color bell pepper works
- 1 piece zucchini, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds flavor
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
Seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Cooking chicken
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
Cooking vegetables
- In the same skillet, add broccoli, bell pepper, and zucchini; sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with vegetables.
- Serve warm.
Notes
This dish can be served on its own or with sides like rice, quinoa, or salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.