Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Veggie Skillet~

Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Veggie Skillet, complete with formatting, tips, and serving suggestions:

🍋 Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Veggie Skillet

A quick, vibrant, and healthy one-pan dinner with juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and a zesty lemon-soy dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights!

📝 Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 cup broccoli florets

• 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color or mix)

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)

• 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)

🔪 Instructions:

STEP 1: Marinate the Chicken

In a large bowl, combine:

• Chicken pieces

• Olive oil

• Garlic powder

• Onion powder

• Paprika

• Salt and pepper

Mix thoroughly so all the chicken is evenly coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the fridge for deeper flavor).

STEP 2: Cook the Chicken

• Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

• Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through.

• Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

STEP 3: Sauté the Vegetables

• In the same skillet, add the broccoli, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes.

• Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the veggies are tender but still crisp. (Add a splash of water and cover for a minute if the broccoli needs a little steam.)

STEP 4: Combine and Finish

• Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.

• Drizzle with soy sauce and lemon juice.

• Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until well combined and heated through.

⏱️ Timing:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 15 minutes

• Total Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 4

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

• Serve over steamed rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, or noodles.

• Top with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for extra flavor.

• Add chili flakes for a spicy kick!

💡 Tips:

• For extra flavor, add 1 tsp Dijon mustard or honey to the lemon-soy mix.

• Don’t overcrowd the skillet—cook in batches if needed for better browning.

• Make it vegetarian: swap chicken for tofu or chickpeas.