Description
This One-Pan Garlic Chicken & Veggie Skillet is the perfect quick and healthy dinner! Juicy chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a delicious garlic seasoning come together in just 25 minutes. With simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, this recipe is great for meal prep and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup onion (chopped)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ cup carrots (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Toss chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic & Onions: Add remaining olive oil, then sauté onions and garlic for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Combine Everything: Return chicken to the skillet, add oregano and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
- Finish with Lemon Juice: Drizzle fresh lemon juice and cook for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for variety.
- Use different vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean