Our one pot chicken and vegetables recipe takes 20 minutes to make and will wow your family with its amazing flavor! Super easy to make, this chicken breast and vegetables recipe is also excellent for meal prep.
Healthy Chicken and Vegetable Skillet: This 20-minute recipe for a one-pot chicken breast with veggies will amaze your family with its amazing flavor! It’s quite simple to prepare and a fantastic way to finish off any summer vegetables you might have in the fridge. This recipe for chicken breast with vegetables is a terrific way to prepare meals ahead of time and is also a great low-carb option. Have fun!
INGREDIENTS LIST FOR THE CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE SKILLET
- One pound (450g) of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, divided into 1-inch portions
- Two sliced zucchini and two chopped red bell peppers
- One shattered broccoli crown containing florets
- half a sliced onion
- 1/4 tspn salt and pepper
- Two tsp olive oil
- Two teaspoons seasoning (Cajun)
- One tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley for decoration and one-fourth cup (60ml) of low-sodium chicken broth
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE SKILLET RECIPE
For a simple supper, try this vibrant one-pot skillet of chicken and veggies! This is the ideal time to get rid of all the veggies that have been sitting in your refrigerator! This recipe for skillet chicken is low in cleanup and works well as a foundation for a low-carb supper. This simple chicken meal is made with broccoli, bell peppers, and zucchini, and the sauce is fantastic. The end result is a rainbow-colored, healthful chicken and veggie supper that will impress everyone!
HOW TO COOK CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES IN A SKILLET
It’s quite easy to make chicken breast with veggies in a skillet. Keep in mind that any protein can be cooked using this technique.
Cut the chicken breast into tiny 1/2-inch cubes first, and then season the chicken bits with cajun seasoning, olive oil, and salt and pepper. The chicken bites should be cooked and browned after 5 to 7 minutes of sautéing.
Cook the vegetables: Stir-fry the onion in the same skillet before adding the remaining vegetables. Add Cajun seasoning to the vegetables and sauté on medium heat until they become crisp-tender.
After using chicken stock to deglaze the pan, return the cooked chicken bites to the skillet and stir to incorporate with the vegetables. Simple!
DIRECTIONS
- To prepare the vegetable skillet and chicken bits: Add the cubed chicken breasts to a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Toss till coated after adding 1 tablespoon of olive oil and cajun seasoning.
- Add one tablespoon of olive oil to a big skillet and heat it over medium heat. Once the chicken is done, add the seasoned bits and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a platter and reserve.
- Add the broccoli, zucchini, and bell pepper to the same skillet and stir-fry the onion for two minutes, adding a little olive oil if necessary. Add Cajun seasoning to the vegetables and sauté on medium heat until they become crisp-tender.
- Add the cooked chicken bits back to the skillet and stir after deglazing with chicken stock.to blend together. Serve the chicken bites and veggies right away, garnishing with fresh parsley and red chili pepper flakes if preferred. Have fun! ❤️Add the cooked chicken bits back to the skillet and stir after deglazing with chicken stock.
TIPS FOR THE CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE RECIPE
- To ensure equal cooking, try chopping the chicken into pieces of a consistent size. Take care not to overcook the chicken as it will become tough and dry.
- Make sure to stir-fry your veggies until they are crisp-tender, but not overly soft.
- Make sure to add plenty of seasoning to this spicy Cajun chicken recipe with vegetables!
- Diced skinless, boneless chicken thighs also work well. Let the food cook for a few minutes longer.
- If you prefer your broccoli florets to be more soft, you can blanch them in boiling water before adding them to the skillet.
- If desired, add a drizzle of lemon juice to the chicken to make it more vibrant.
CAN WE USE MEAT OTHER THAN CHICKEN?
This recipe works well with diced pork, turkey, or even smoked sausage!
WHAT TO SERVE WITH THE CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES?
This chicken breast and vegetable recipe is already a complete meal, but nothing prevents you from serving it over cauliflower rice if you would like to keep it low-carb or over white rice, pasta, or couscous.
HOW AND HOW LONG TO KEEP THE CHICKEN BREAST AND VEGETABLE SKILLET LEFTOVERS?
You can store the chicken bites and veggies leftovers for up to 3 days in an airtight container in your refrigerator. Reheat gently in a skillet with a few drops of water to loosen the sauce.
CAN WE FREEZE THE CHICKEN AND VEGGIES?
Sure, you can! Note that the vegetables may be soft and soggy after thawing; they’ll be more like part of the sauce. Seal in a few separate freezer bags and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw the chicken and vegetables overnight in your refrigerator before reheating in a skillet or microwave.
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