Description
This Spring Lemon Chicken and Broccoli Skillet is a light, zesty, and wholesome one-pan meal. Juicy chicken and crisp-tender broccoli are tossed in a fresh lemon-garlic sauce for a quick and flavorful dinner perfect for spring evenings.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the pan. Cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and chicken broth. Cover and steam for 3–4 minutes, until broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Stir in lemon zest, juice, and red pepper flakes if using. Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or couscous for a full meal.
- Add a touch of honey or Dijon mustard to the sauce for a flavor twist.
- Great for meal prep—reheats well!
Nutrition
- Calories: ~290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
