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Pan-seared chicken cubes with bright green broccoli and wilted spinach in a skillet
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Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 6 oz fresh baby spinach
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Pat chicken breast pieces dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet.
  • Add broccoli florets and 2 tablespoons of water to the pan; cover with a lid and steam for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • Remove the lid and stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the baby spinach and the cooked chicken back into the skillet.
  • Toss all ingredients frequently until the spinach has wilted, approximately 2 minutes.
  • Drizzle with lemon juice and serve immediately or portion for meal prep.