Description
Brighten your dinner table with this Spring Lemon Chicken Skillet, where tender chicken meets zesty lemon and fresh vegetables. The enchanting blend of flavors and vibrant colors will delight your taste buds while creating a warm atmosphere perfect for gatherings. This quick and easy dish is sure to impress family and friends, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or rosemary)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and zucchini; sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in lemon juice and chicken broth; stir gently to combine.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot, garnished with additional lemon zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg