Description
A flavorful and healthy dish featuring sautéed chicken, broccoli, and spinach, enhanced with garlic.
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
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic. Rinse and drain the broccoli and spinach.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C), about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the broccoli: In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in the broccoli and cook for 3-4 minutes until it begins to soften.
- Add the garlic and spinach: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and spinach to the skillet with the broccoli. Cook, stirring frequently, until the spinach wilts and the garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Combine with chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour in the chicken broth or water and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Finish the dish: Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy on its own or over rice, pasta, or quinoa.
Notes
- Adjust the level of red pepper flakes to taste if you prefer less spiciness.
- Parmesan cheese can be omitted for a dairy-free version.
- This dish pairs well with a side of grains like rice, pasta, or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Garlic Chicken, Broccoli, Spinach, Healthy Recipe