Description
This Low Carb Chicken Broccoli Skillet Recipe is a quick, easy, and delicious one-pan meal combining tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a savory sauce. Perfect for low-carb and keto lifestyles, it delivers high protein, fiber, and bold flavors in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained if frozen)
Seasonings and Sauces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for quick, even cooking. Season generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to build a flavorful base.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden and no longer pink inside, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Broccoli and Garlic: In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed, then toss in the broccoli florets and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender-crisp and garlic is fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the broccoli. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the mixture. Stir well, letting everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and coats the ingredients.
- Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust with extra salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy your nutrient-packed, low-carb meal.
Notes
- Cut chicken into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Use fresh broccoli for best texture; if using frozen, thaw and drain well.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken to prevent steaming instead of searing.
- Add garlic later in cooking to avoid burning and bitterness.
- Reserve some Parmesan cheese to sprinkle on top just before serving for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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