Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach
Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach is a quick, healthy one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy tender chicken sautéed with aromatic garlic, vibrant broccoli, and nutrient-rich spinach. This dish is not only delicious but also versatile; serve it on its own or over rice, pasta, or quinoa for a complete meal. The blend of flavors and textures makes it a family favorite that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Seasonings: salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic. Rinse the broccoli and spinach.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and toss in the broccoli. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until starting to soften.
- Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic and spinach to the skillet with broccoli. Stir until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet, pour in chicken broth or water, stir to combine, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg