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High Protein Low Calorie Skillet Meal

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A quick American skillet dish featuring lean chicken breast, colorful vegetables, and aromatic spices. This nutritious, one-pan meal delivers 20g+ protein per serving while being low in calories, making it perfect for muscle maintenance and busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
2 medium bell peppers, sliced
2 medium zucchinis, spiralized or sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions

Preheat skillet over medium-high heat
Add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent
Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and garlic powder
Cook chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden
Add bell peppers and zucchini, stir to combine
Cover and cook 8-10 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and veggies are tender
Adjust seasoning to taste before serving

Notes

Use spiralized zucchini for extra light texture
Substitute turkey breast for chicken if preferred
Add cherry tomatoes for extra freshness
Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 3 days
Freeze uncooked chicken mixture for meal prepping

  • Author: Elena
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: Low Calorie Meals
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie, High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg