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One Pan Chicken and Vegetables Meal

A quick and nutritious dinner that combines savory chicken with a colorful array of vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces Use fresh chicken for best results.
  • 4 teaspoons red pesto Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 1.5 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
  • 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Divided use.
  • 1 cup diced red onion
  • 1.5 cups diced bell peppers (red and yellow)
  • 1 cup roughly chopped baby bella mushrooms
  • 0.5 cup sliced zucchini (about 1/2 inch thick)
  • 0.5 cup thin sliced carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 stalks fresh thyme
  • 1 cup small broccoli florets

Method
 

Marination
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with half of the red pesto, half of the dried Italian seasoning, half of the smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well-coated and let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add one tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove chicken and set aside.
Cooking Vegetables
  1. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and sauté the diced red onion for 5-8 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the diced bell peppers, baby bella mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, minced garlic, and fresh thyme. Gently sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
  3. Stir in the broccoli florets and return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing everything until heated through, about 3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve hot from the skillet and consider adding garnishes like fresh herbs, cheese, or a squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

For a twist, swap chicken for turkey or shrimp and use varied vegetables. Add soy sauce or heavy cream for extra flavor.