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Chicken Breast with Broccoli

Chicken Breast with Broccoli Recipe

This chicken breast with broccoli is a quick and healthy one-pan dinner made with juicy chicken, tender broccoli, and simple seasonings. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings

Equipment

  • Large skillet Or frying pan
  • Lid for steaming the broccoli

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or your favorite cooking oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups broccoli florets about 1 large head of broccoli
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional, for extra flavor
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional, for a cheesy twist

Optional add-ins:

  • 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup sliced carrots for extra veggies

Instructions
 

Step 1: Season and cook the chicken

  • Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. If you love a little kick, sprinkle on some paprika too.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once it’s hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5–6 minutes on each side, or until they’re golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 2: Sauté the garlic

  • In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Stir it around for about 30 seconds, just until it becomes fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn!

Step 3: Steam the broccoli

  • Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and pour in the chicken broth. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the broccoli steam for about 5 minutes. This will keep it tender-crisp and vibrant green.

Step 4: Combine and finish

  • Once the broccoli is cooked, return the chicken to the skillet. If you’re adding cheese, sprinkle it over the chicken and broccoli now.
  • Cover the skillet again for another 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese melts. If you’re serving this dish with rice or carrots, you can stir them in at this stage too.

Step 5: Serve and enjoy

  • Transfer everything to a serving platter or straight to your plates. Serve warm, and enjoy the mix of juicy chicken, tender broccoli, and all those amazing flavors!