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Hearty Vegetable and Chicken Skillet

An Easy One-Pan Dinner Perfect for Family Nights

6servings
45 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Hearty Vegetable and Chicken Skillet

About this recipe

This hearty vegetable and chicken skillet combines succulent pieces of chicken with a vibrant mix of vegetables, seasoned to perfection. Quick and easy to prepare, it's a wholesome meal that caters to all family members, making it a favorite choice for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

  1. 1

    Season chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes each.

  4. 4

    Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

  5. 5

    Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the same skillet and sauté for 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Return chicken to skillet, add zucchini and cherry tomatoes, then pour in chicken broth.

  7. 7

    Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.

  8. 8

    Finish with lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Chef's tip

Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding your family's favorite vegetables for variety.

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