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One-pan creamy chicken and broccoli quinoa skillet shown as a healthy meal casserole with colorful veggies.

Creamy One-Pan Chicken & Broccoli Quinoa Skillet for Easy Healthy Dinners


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This one-pan skillet combines tender chicken, fluffy quinoa, and bright broccoli in a light creamy sauce for a balanced weeknight dinner. It delivers protein, fiber, and vitamins with minimal cleanup.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheese (optional)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or basil)

  • Instructions

    1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water and drain.

    2. Trim and cut broccoli into florets, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

    3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until lightly browned, about 5–6 minutes, then remove and set aside.

    4. In the same skillet, add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes.

    5. Stir in quinoa and toast for 30 seconds, then pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

    6. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until most liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

    7. Add broccoli florets, cover, and steam for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.

    8. Return chicken to the skillet, stir in milk, Greek yogurt, and cheese until creamy and heated through.

    9. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs, then serve directly from the skillet.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: dinner
    • Method: skillet
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 420
    • Sugar: 4
    • Sodium: 580
    • Fat: 12
    • Saturated Fat: 3
    • Unsaturated Fat: 8
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 45
    • Fiber: 6
    • Protein: 32
    • Cholesterol: 75

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