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Easy High-Protein Chicken Skillet Dinner


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  • Author: melissa
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: High-Protein

Description

A quick and satisfying one skillet meal featuring juicy chicken breast, fresh veggies, and aromatic spices, ready in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika


Instructions

  1. Chop the bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces. Dice the chicken breast into cubes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Toss in the diced chicken breast and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the onions and bell peppers to the skillet and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until softened.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and spinach, cooking for another 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
  6. Plate up the dish and serve, optionally pairing with rice or quinoa.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh vegetables. Feel free to experiment with additional spices.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg