Description
This One-Skillet Chicken and Broccoli Dinner is a wholesome, flavor-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken, tender broccoli, and a savory sauce come together in just one pan for easy cleanup and maximum flavor. A great option for healthy recipes dinner ideas, simple high protein meals, and quick high protein meals that don’t compromise on taste. This is one of those healthy recipes to try when you want something satisfying and low-stress!
Ingredients
Main Dish:
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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12 to 18 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped into large bite-sized pieces
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2 cups broccoli florets
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
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1/2 cup celery, sliced
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1/4 cup chicken broth or water
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1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce:
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1/4 cup coconut aminos (or tamari/lite soy sauce)
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2 tablespoons vegetable Sriracha
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for about 8 minutes, browning on all sides. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté broccoli until slightly tender, then remove and set aside.
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Add onion and celery to the skillet and cook for 5–8 minutes until soft. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Return chicken and broccoli to the skillet. Add broth or water, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 5 more minutes, or until chicken is heated through.
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Whisk together sauce ingredients and pour into the skillet during the last minute of cooking. Mix to coat, then serve warm.
Notes
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Use tamari for a gluten-free version or soy sauce for a classic flavor.
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Add extra veggies like snap peas or bell peppers for more color and crunch.
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Great for meal prep—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg