Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds skinless chicken breast
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 medium mixed-color bell peppers
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Chop the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces about 1 inch across.
- Cut the broccoli florets into uniform sizes.
- Mince the garlic cloves into small, even pieces.
- Measure the olive oil, lemon juice, and seasonings into separate small bowls.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 3 minutes.
- Place the chicken breasts in the hot skillet.
- Sear for 6 minutes on the first side without moving them.
- Flip the chicken and sear the opposite side for 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a clean plate.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet.
- Add the minced garlic and stir constantly for 45 seconds.
- Add the bell peppers and sauté for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the broccoli florets and stir well to combine with the oil and garlic.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, placing it on top of the vegetables.
- Reduce the heat to medium.
- Cover with a lid and cook for 8 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Remove from heat.
- Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over everything.
- Sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Pat the chicken completely dry for proper browning. Do not move the chicken while searing so it develops a golden crust. Use a meat thermometer and remove the chicken when it reaches 165°F for safe, juicy results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Diabetic-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
