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Seasoned Chicken with Broccoli – 20 Minute Dinner

Juicy seasoned chicken cooks up quickly with fresh broccoli for a healthy, flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 1 tbs olive oil
  • 2 tbs butter, divided
  • 1-2 chicken breasts
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • 1 ½ tsp Italian seasoning, divided
  • 1 tbs minced garlic
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 3-4 cups fresh broccoli florets

Instructions 

  • Slice the chicken in half horizontally this will help the chicken cook quicker and become super tender.
  • Season the chicken on both sides with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and 1/2 tsp of the Italian seasoning.
  • To a skillet on the stove add 1 tbs of the butter and the olive oil once hot add the chicken and cook through. Remove to a separate plate and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
  • In the same pan we cooked the chicken in add the last tbs of butter once it melts add the minced garlic, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, chicken broth, and lemon juice scrape the bits off the bottom of the pan and stir well add in the broccoli and let simmer until it reaches the tenderness that you like it to be. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 338mg | Potassium: 492mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 697IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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