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A vibrant low-carb chicken and veggie skillet dinner with colorful vegetables.

Classic Low-Carb Chicken & Veggie Skillet

This classic low-carb chicken and veggie skillet is a quick and healthy meal, featuring tender chicken and a colorful medley of vegetables cooked in one pan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large head broccoli cut into florets
  • 1 red bell pepper cored and roughly chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper cored and roughly chopped
  • 1 zucchini halved lengthwise and sliced
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish Optional

Equipment

  • large skillet (cast iron or non-stick)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry and season generously with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and mostly cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet, then add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the broccoli florets, bell peppers, and zucchini to the skillet. Season with the remaining Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, then stir well.
  6. Cook the vegetables for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are al dente.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir gently to combine and allow the flavors to meld, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end, or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. This dish is also great for meal prep; simply divide into containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days.