Description
Loaded Chicken and Veggie Skillet is a hearty one-pan meal filled with juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and bold seasonings. It offers a quick and healthy dinner solution, perfect for busy weeknights when you want a nutritious and satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, diced
Vegetables
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced zucchini
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
Seasonings & Others
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Add the diced chicken breasts to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken pieces are browned on the outside and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the diced onion, broccoli florets, bell peppers, zucchini, and corn kernels into the skillet with the chicken, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
- Sauté vegetables: Continue cooking the mixture for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still retain a bit of their crunch.
- Season the dish: Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the chicken and vegetables, then stir to incorporate the seasonings throughout the skillet.
- Add cheese: Evenly distribute the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the skillet mixture, allowing it to cover the surface.
- Melt the cheese: Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to low. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and gooey.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the lid, sprinkle chopped green onions over the top, and serve the skillet hot for a comforting, wholesome meal.
Notes
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra vegetables to increase the nutritional content and add variety.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or your favorite grain for a more filling and complete meal.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
