Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach
Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful one-pan meal ideal for busy weeknights. This dish features tender chicken cooked to perfection alongside vibrant vegetables, all infused with aromatic garlic. Within just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a wholesome dinner that pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or quinoa. Whether you’re looking for a healthy family meal or an easy dinner option after a long day, this recipe delivers satisfaction without the fuss. Plus, it’s customizable—feel free to adjust the spices or add your favorite ingredients to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic. Rinse broccoli and spinach.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of olive oil; sauté broccoli for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Reduce heat to medium; add garlic and spinach to the skillet. Stir until spinach wilts and garlic is fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet; add chicken broth or water. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the dish before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg