Description
A creamy and comforting one-pan chicken and broccoli skillet made with garlic, butter, and Parmesan cheese. This easy, quick dinner recipe combines tender seared chicken, steamed broccoli, and a luscious creamy sauce for a satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Paprika, to taste
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the bite-sized chicken pieces evenly with salt, pepper, and paprika to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until they turn golden brown and are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Then add the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Simmer Chicken: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet with the sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Add Broccoli: Stir in the steamed broccoli florets gently to coat them with the creamy sauce and warm them through.
- Serve: Serve the creamy chicken and broccoli skillet hot as is or alongside rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Add red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
