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Easy Healthy Chicken and Vegetables Dinner


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  • Author: Penny Smith
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A simple, nourishing dinner made with tender chicken and colorful vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.


Ingredients

  • Chicken breast – 1½ pounds (680 g), boneless and skinless

  • Broccoli florets – 2 cups (180 g)

  • Bell peppers – 2 medium (300 g), sliced

  • Zucchini – 1 large (200 g), sliced

  • Carrots – 2 medium (150 g), sliced

  • Olive oil – 3 tablespoons (45 ml)

  • Garlic – 4 cloves, minced

  • Onion powder – 1 teaspoon

  • Paprika – 1 teaspoon

  • Dried oregano – 1 teaspoon

  • Salt – 1 teaspoon

  • Black pepper – ½ teaspoon

  • Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons (30 ml)


Instructions

  • Slice chicken into even pieces and season with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and oregano.

  • Heat a large pan over medium heat and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes until done. Remove and set aside.

  • In the same pan, sauté garlic briefly, then add carrots and cook for 2 minutes.

  • Add remaining vegetables and cook until tender-crisp.

  • Return chicken to the pan, drizzle with lemon juice, and toss to combine.

  • Serve warm.

Notes

  • Cut ingredients evenly for best cooking results.

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

  • Customize vegetables based on season or preference.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes