Lemon Pepper Chicken Broccoli
Brighten up your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Lemon Pepper Chicken Broccoli recipe! Perfectly seasoned bites of tender chicken are paired with crisp-tender broccoli and coated in a zesty lemon pepper-infused sauce with hints of garlic butter. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is not only quick and easy but also packed with wholesome ingredients like fresh lemon juice, garlic, and nutrient-rich broccoli. Ideal for busy families or meal prep, this dish delivers bold citrusy notes and savory richness in every bite. Serve it as a low-carb main or pair it with your favorite rice or pasta for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 300 grams broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 whole lemon
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 120 milliliters chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Juice the lemon, setting aside the juice, and grate the zest for extra flavor. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the seasoned chicken pieces. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the same skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the garlic and butter. Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and let the broccoli steam for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Uncover the skillet and return the cooked chicken to the pan. Sprinkle the lemon pepper seasoning over the chicken and broccoli.
Pour in the lemon juice and add the lemon zest, stirring everything together to combine. Allow the dish to cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm through and blend the flavors.
Serve the Lemon Pepper Chicken Broccoli hot, garnished with additional lemon zest or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 58.2 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 2074 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 168.7 g | 337% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1522 mg | 32% | |
*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.
