Description
A quick and flavorful chicken and vegetable skillet loaded with tender chicken pieces, colorful veggies, and simple seasonings—perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or lemon juice (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the skillet, then add onion, bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli. Cook for 5–6 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss everything together. Add soy sauce or lemon juice if desired.
- Cook for another 1–2 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use pre-cut stir-fry vegetables to save time.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
- Serve with rice, pasta, or quinoa for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg