Description
Sizzling chicken and roasted vegetables dance together in this Mediterranean-inspired skillet recipe, creating a wholesome one-pan wonder. Nutritious ingredients merge with zesty herbs, delivering a quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables:
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm a spacious cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, drizzling olive oil across the surface.
- Introduce seasoned chicken pieces, allowing them to sizzle and caramelize for 6-7 minutes, ensuring a golden exterior and complete internal cooking. Transfer protein to a separate plate.
- Reduce heat slightly and incorporate minced garlic and diced onions, releasing their aromatic essence for approximately 90 seconds.
- Introduce colorful bell peppers, sliced zucchini, and halved cherry tomatoes, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until vegetables develop a tender yet crisp texture.
- Reintegrate the cooked chicken into the vegetable medley, gently folding to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Splash fresh lemon juice across the skillet, sprinkling red pepper flakes for a subtle kick of heat. Stir thoroughly to marry flavors.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring complete temperature integration and flavor melding.
- Scatter freshly chopped parsley over the skillet, creating a vibrant garnish. Serve immediately while ingredients remain piping hot.
Notes
- Prep veggies uniformly to ensure even cooking and beautiful presentation, cutting them similar sizes helps them cook at the same rate.
- Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh to create a delicious vegetarian version that maintains the recipe’s protein and flavor profile.
- Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for enhanced taste and better nutritional benefits, which adds depth to the skillet’s overall flavor.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help achieve a perfect golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming instead of searing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg