Chicken Broccoli Vegetable Saute

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick and healthy skillet dinner with tender chicken and crisp-tender vegetables in a creamy sauce
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This Chicken Broccoli Vegetable Saute is a wholesome, family-friendly meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken breasts are browned to perfection and simmered with fresh broccoli florets and thinly sliced carrots in a light, creamy sauce made from cream of broccoli soup and milk. The dish offers a comforting balance of savory protein and sweet, earthy vegetables, enhanced by a subtle kick of black pepper. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something nutritious but satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over rice or pasta for a complete, hearty dinner that appeals to both kids and adults alike.

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Chicken Broccoli Vegetable Saute

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 79.3

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This Chicken Broccoli Vegetable Saute is a wholesome, family-friendly meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken breasts are browned to perfection and simmered with fresh broccoli florets and thinly sliced carrots in a light, creamy sauce made from cream of broccoli soup and milk. The dish offers a comforting balance of savory protein and sweet, earthy vegetables, enhanced by a subtle kick of black pepper. It&# 226;€™s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something nutritious but satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it over rice or pasta for a complete, hearty dinner that appeals to both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of margarine in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and nearly cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate to keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of margarine along with the broccoli florets and thinly sliced carrots.
  5. Saute the vegetables for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are crisp-tender.
  6. Stir in the cream of broccoli soup, milk, and pepper into the skillet with the vegetables.
  7. Heat the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly to combine.
  8. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the vegetable mixture.
  9. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 5 minutes until the chicken is fork-tender and heated through.
  10. Garnish with fresh lemon slices before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 79.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.5g9%
Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 117.4mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 7.3g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 2.0g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, broccoli, saute, vegetables, healthy, easy, dinner, skillet, creamy, quick, weeknight, family, carrots, comfort, meal prep, protein, low carb, gluten free, one pan, simple
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