Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Steamed Broccoli & Cauliflower

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

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A light, bloating-friendly meal featuring lean chicken and cruciferous vegetables to support digestion and energy levels during Whole30. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

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Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 (6 ounces each) chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflower florets
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Season chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, then heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), then remove and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned, then stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
Step 4: Add 1 cup broccoli and 1 cup cauliflower florets to the skillet, cover, and steam for 6-7 minutes until crisp-tender, stirring once halfway through.