A vibrant and zesty one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breast and crisp broccoli florets, all brought together with a simple lemon, garlic, and herb sauce. A perfect, no-fuss dinner for a busy weeknight.
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Ingredients
- 300g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 400g broccoli, cut into small florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, for juice and zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Pat the chicken cubes dry with a paper towel and season them with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- 2.Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3.Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the broccoli florets and 3 tablespoons of water. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
- 4.Add the minced garlic to the broccoli and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- 5.Return the chicken to the skillet. Squeeze the juice from the lemon over the top, add the lemon zest, and toss everything together to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Why this recipe
This balanced recipe provides high-quality lean protein from chicken to support muscle health, and is rich in fiber, vitamins C and K from broccoli, boosting immunity and digestion. Using olive oil adds healthy monounsaturated fats for heart health.
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