Chicken and Broccoli Skillet
This easy Chicken and Broccoli Skillet is healthy, quick, and perfect for a busy weekday! Frozen broccoli makes this easy chicken dinner fast and convenient.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs chicken thighs skinless/boneless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter divided
- 1 lb frozen broccoli florets
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- Parsley optional for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, browning and turning occasionally so all sides are browned evenly. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Add 2 tbsp of butter to the skillet, then add the frozen broccoli. Cook the broccoli for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet along with the chicken broth, garlic, Italian seasoning, red wine vinegar, onion powder, salt, and the remaining 1 tbsp butter. Continue to cook for a few minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the broccoli is tender. Garnish with parsley and serve!
Notes
When I initially tested this, I did so with fresh broccoli but it didn’t cook fast enough, and the chicken ended up being super dried out and overcooked. If you do make this with fresh broccoli, it needs to be blanched first so it cooks faster. Frozen broccoli is just easier!
You can use chicken breasts for this recipe but they may be a little bit drier than the chicken thighs. Use thighs for the juiciest result!
You can use other frozen vegetables like asparagus, brussels sprouts, and green beans in place or in addition to the broccoli! Net carbs 4 g per serving
You can use chicken breasts for this recipe but they may be a little bit drier than the chicken thighs. Use thighs for the juiciest result!
You can use other frozen vegetables like asparagus, brussels sprouts, and green beans in place or in addition to the broccoli! Net carbs 4 g per serving
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 of recipeCalories: 389kcalCarbohydrates: 8.1gProtein: 37.7gFat: 23.3gCholesterol: 182.7mgSodium: 492.1mgFiber: 4.1gSugar: 1.7g
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