Description
Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach is a quick, delightful dish that boasts both flavor and nutrition. In under 20 minutes, you can whip up this one-pan meal featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a creamy garlic sauce, complemented by vibrant broccoli and fresh spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this low-carb and keto-friendly recipe doesn’t compromise on taste. Serve it over zoodles, pasta, or enjoy it solo for a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into evenly-sized cubes.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes until no longer pink.
- Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate broccoli and cherry tomatoes; sauté for about 5 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- Stir in spinach, mozzarella, and cream cheese; mix until melted and creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added variety. For a dairy-free option, omit cream cheese and mozzarella or use dairy alternatives. Adjust the creaminess by adding more cream cheese if desired.