Skillet Chicken and Broccoli
Skillet chicken and broccoli is a one-pan cheesy dinner that’s ready in about 30 minutes. This cozy and flavorful dish is great served with rice or potatoes.
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 medium head broccoli, cut in very small florets
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
!For serving:
- Steamed white or brown rice (or baked or roasted potatoes)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Add the onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute, until fragrant.
- Meanwhile, season the cubed chicken pieces with the salt, pepper, paprika and Italian seasoning. Add the chicken to the pan with the onion and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes, until browned on one side. Turn the chicken pieces over.
- Add the broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the broth to the skillet and cover. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until the chicken is almost cooked through and the liquid is mostly absorbed. (It’s OK if it’s a little liquidy at this point; that will help make the sauce and it will set up as it sits at the end.)
- Uncover the skillet and stir everything well. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the skillet. Cover again, turn off the heat and let the skillet sit for 5 minutes to finish cooking and allow the cheese to melt.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
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Notes
Leftovers: Leftover chicken and broccoli, once cooled, can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave until hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 397kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 1020mg | Potassium: 1211mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1538IU | Vitamin C: 140mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg
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