One-Skillet Chicken and Broccoli Dinner
One-Skillet Chicken and Broccoli Dinner is a quick, nutritious meal that combines succulent chicken breasts, vibrant broccoli, and a delightful sweet-savory sauce, all cooked in one skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually appealing. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy more time with family and friends while savoring every bite of this flavorful dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by chopping broccoli into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F).
- Remove chicken from the skillet; add garlic to the same skillet and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add broccoli with a splash of water; cover and steam for about 3 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Whisk together soy sauce and honey; pour over broccoli while stirring gently.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and cook for an additional couple of minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg