Description
This light creamy chicken and veggie sauté is a quick, healthy dinner made in one skillet. Packed with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a silky savory sauce, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or easy meal prep.
Ingredients
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6 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons dry sherry
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
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1 zucchini, sliced into rounds and quartered
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1 large green bell pepper, cut into squares
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1 cup broccoli florets, bite-sized
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup chicken broth
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6 green onions, chopped
Instructions
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Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, dry sherry, and cornstarch. Toss until evenly coated and let rest for 5 minutes.
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Heat the skillet: Add 1 tablespoon oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Cook the chicken: Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and cooked through. Remove to a plate
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Sauté vegetables: Add remaining oil to the skillet. Toss in zucchini, bell pepper, and broccoli. Cook for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender and vibrant.
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Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Make it creamy: Pour in chicken broth, return chicken to the pan, and stir gently. Sauce should thicken slightly and look glossy
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Finish & serve: Sprinkle with green onions, toss once more, and serve hot
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 314
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 22g