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A flavorful Chicken Broccoli Skillet with juicy chicken pieces and fresh broccoli florets.

Chicken Broccoli Skillet

This chicken broccoli skillet is a simple and flavorful one-pan meal. It combines tender chicken and crisp broccoli with a savory sauce, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 cups Broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup Chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch Mixed with 2 tsp water
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Add the broccoli florets and chicken broth to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
  6. Stir in the soy sauce and the cornstarch mixture. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Season with black pepper.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

You can serve this chicken broccoli skillet on its own or over rice or quinoa for a more complete meal.