Description
A vibrant, hearty dish featuring succulent chicken and crisp broccoli in a creamy cheese sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken by placing it in a bowl and adding paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss well.
- Cook the chicken in olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- Cook the broccoli in the same skillet for 3–4 minutes, adding a splash of water and covering for 1-2 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the sauce by combining chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then stir in cheddar, Parmesan, garlic powder, and black pepper until melted.
- Combine the chicken back into the skillet, mixing everything together, and simmer for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Serve immediately and garnish with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
Notes
Make ahead by preparing chicken and broccoli separately, then combine with sauce before serving. Also delicious with other vegetables or spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, broccoli, low carb, skillet, quick meal