Cooking in a small kitchen can be a challenge, but that doesn’t mean you have to compromise on flavor or nutrition. This one-pan chicken and vegetable skillet recipe is designed for small kitchens, making use of minimal equipment and space while delivering a delicious and well-balanced meal.
One-Pan Chicken and Vegetable Skillet
This one-pan meal features chicken breasts, colorful bell peppers, and zucchini cooked in a savory tomato-based sauce. It's a quick and healthy dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or when you need a satisfying meal without a lot of kitchen fuss. Plus, there's minimal cleanup since it's all made in a single skillet.
Equipment
- oven safe skillet
- lid
Ingredients
- skinless chicken breasts
- salt and pepper
- olive oil
- rd bell pepper
- small zucchini
- garlic
- tomatoes
- Italian seasoning
- basil
- parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until they're golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Pour the diced tomatoes (with their juice) over the sautéed vegetables. Add the Italian seasoning (or dried herbs of your choice). Stir to combine.
- Place the seared chicken breasts on top of the vegetable mixture in the skillet.
- Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center (with an internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
- Once done, remove the skillet from the oven. Garnish the dish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil or parsley, if desired.Serve the one-pan chicken and vegetable skillet directly from the skillet or transfer portions to plates.
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Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- If you're short on space, opt for pre-cut or frozen vegetables to save on prep time.
- Make sure to use a skillet or pan that's both oven-safe and stovetop-friendly.
Nutrition
Serving: 600g
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