Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    259 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

Healthy, simple, delicious chicken and broccoli is perfect for any night of the week and pairs great with rice or noodles! From fridge to plate in just 30 minutes! 

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon herbs de provence or Italian blend seasoning
  • 1 ½ pounds broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic  or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons oil
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Instructions

  1. Season chicken on both sides with garlic powder, Herbs de Provence (or Italian blend), and salt and pepper (I'm pretty generous with the salt and pepper here, go with your gut).
  2. In a large skillet on medium-high heat, melt butter. Once melted, drizzle 1 tablespoon oil into the pan. Add chicken and brown for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Toss broccoli florets with 2 teaspoon oil, garlic (or garlic powder) and parmesan cheese.
  4. Scoot the chicken over in the pan to make room for the broccoli.
  5. Add broccoli to the pan, add 1/3 cup water (pour it to the side of the chicken and broccoli and not over the top so that it doesn't wash away the seasonings), cover and cook for 15 minutes or until chicken is white throughout and broccoli is fork-tender. (see note for alternate cooking method) Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Alternate cooking method: If you are using an oven-safe skillet, leave out the water and transfer the pan to your oven preheated to 400 degrees instead of finishing on the stove. This is my favorite method as it yields crispier broccoli with more of a roasted flavor. 
  • Up-level your chicken: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon dry Ranch seasoning all over the chicken along with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian herbs. My kids are especially huge fans of this! 
  • Sauce it up: Whip up a batch of my famous 5-minute dijon cream sauce and drizzle over the chicken and broccoli to take this dish over the top! 
  • Swap out the veggies: Feel free to use carrots, cauliflower, green beans, bell peppers, or zucchini in place of (or along with!) the broccoli. 
  • Make it cheesy: Just before serving, place a slice of provolone cheese on top of each chicken breast, cover the pan for 2-4 minutes and serve once the cheese has melted. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 259kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 31g (62%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 76mg (25%) Sodium 249mg (10%) Potassium 965mg (28%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1126IU (23%) Vitamin C 154mg (171%) Calcium 139mg (14%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 259 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 259kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 31g 62%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 76mg 25%
Sodium 249mg 10%
Potassium 965mg 21%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1126IU 23%
Vitamin C 154mg 171%
Calcium 139mg 14%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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