This summer chicken and vegetable skillet recipe is a perfect way to enjoy the bounty of the season in a healthy and delicious way. Packed with colorful veggies and lean chicken, this one-pan meal is easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 yellow squash, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces and season with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Add bell pepper, zucchini, yellow squash, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Enjoy your summer chicken and vegetable skillet!
Interesting Facts
This recipe is a great way to use up seasonal produce from your garden or local farmers' market.
One-pan meals like this are perfect for busy weeknights when you want a nutritious meal without a lot of cleanup.
You can easily customize this recipe by adding your favorite herbs and spices or swapping out the vegetables for ones you prefer.