Description
Hearty chicken and vegetables skillet delivers comfort from Mediterranean culinary traditions. Herbs, garlic, and olive oil create a simple yet satisfying meal you’ll savor with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsps olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ lemon, juiced (optional, for freshness)
Instructions
- Preparation: Blot chicken breasts dry with paper towels to enhance seasoning absorption and create a perfect surface for cooking.
- Seasoning: Craft a dynamic spice blend by mixing garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper, then thoroughly coat chicken breasts.
- Searing: Preheat skillet to medium-high, drizzle with olive oil, and carefully place chicken to develop a rich, golden-brown exterior, cooking 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Vegetable Medley: Remove chicken and set aside; in the same skillet, sauté bell peppers, zucchini, and onions until tender-crisp, capturing the residual flavors and seasonings.
- Fusion: Reunite chicken with the colorful vegetable ensemble, allowing the ingredients to mingle and intensify their collective flavor profile.
- Finishing Touch: Elevate the dish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil, creating a vibrant, aromatic presentation ready to be served piping hot.
Notes
- Blot Chicken Thoroughly: Remove excess moisture with paper towels to help seasonings stick better and achieve a perfect golden-brown sear.
- Master the Spice Blend: Create a balanced mix of garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper for maximum flavor infusion into the chicken.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F, guaranteeing both safety and juicy, tender meat without overcooking.
- Vegetable Texture Control: Sauté vegetables quickly over high heat to maintain a crisp-tender texture, preserving their vibrant colors and nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg