Simply Delicious Skillet Dinner
Transform your weeknight meals with this Simply Delicious Skillet Dinner, a one-pan wonder bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are nestled among a medley of sautéed garlic, onions, crisp red bell peppers, tender zucchini, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all simmered in a savory, herbaceous broth seasoned with Italian spices. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and healthy dinner is both satisfying and easy to make, with minimal cleanup required. Perfect for busy families or meal prep, this colorful skillet meal can be elevated with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether served straight from the skillet or paired with crusty bread or a light salad, this crowd-pleaser is sure to become a go-to favorite in your weeknight rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Mince the garlic and thinly slice the onion, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Add the garlic and onion to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the cherry tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and the remaining salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them among the vegetables.
Lower the heat and let everything simmer for 8-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
If using, sprinkle Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley on top just before serving.
Serve warm directly from the skillet and enjoy your Simply Delicious Skillet Dinner!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 349 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 4190 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 136.7 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 862 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.
