Speedy Low-Carb Chicken & Broccoli Skillet
This quick and easy low-carb chicken and broccoli skillet recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal, featuring tender chicken and vibrant vegetables in a flavorful seasoning.
Equipment
- Large Skillet (cast iron or non-stick)
- Cutting Board & Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- small head broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1 red bell pepper, cored and thinly sliced or diced
- 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
- 1/2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- lemon juice a squeeze of
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes and prepare all vegetables by chopping broccoli into florets, slicing bell pepper, mushrooms, and zucchini, and mincing the garlic.
- This preparatory step ensures a quick cooking process.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and mostly cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- Add broccoli and bell pepper to the same skillet, cooking for 3-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in mushrooms, zucchini, and minced garlic; season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for another 3-4 minutes until mushrooms release liquid and zucchini is tender-crisp.
- Return chicken to the skillet, combine with vegetables, and heat through for 1-2 minutes until thoroughly cooked.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley, cilantro, or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired before serving immediately.
Notes
Meal prep is key for this recipe's speed. Ensure all ingredients are chopped and ready before you start cooking to make the process even faster. Adjust seasoning to your personal preference. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.