Description
This Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach recipe is a quick and delicious stovetop meal that combines tender chicken with vibrant greens and zesty flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Vegetables:
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Additional:
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet, add chicken, and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Vegetables: Reduce heat, add garlic to the skillet, followed by broccoli and chicken broth. Steam until broccoli is tender-crisp. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to the skillet, add red pepper flakes if desired. Finish with lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or pasta.
- For a creamier version, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
