Lemon Chicken N Broccoli
Bright, zesty, and wonderfully satisfying, Lemon Chicken N Broccoli is a quick and easy one-pan recipe perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender, bite-sized chicken pieces and crisp broccoli florets are cooked to perfection before being coated in a luscious lemon-garlic sauce infused with fresh lemon juice, vibrant zest, a touch of honey, and a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is a fantastic blend of tangy and savory flavors, complemented by the subtle sweetness of the sauce. Serve this healthy, gluten-free dish over fluffy rice or hearty noodles for a complete, restaurant-quality meal that everyone will love. Perfect for meal prep or an effortless family dinner, this dish is a delicious way to elevate everyday ingredients like chicken and broccoli into something spectacular.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are vibrant green and slightly tender. Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set aside with the chicken.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the mixture to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the skillet to thicken the sauce. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return the chicken and broccoli to the skillet, tossing them gently to coat in the lemon sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to reheat everything.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the Lemon Chicken N Broccoli hot, paired with rice or noodles if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 1879 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.4 g | ||
| Protein | 153.0 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1384 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
