One-Skillet Lemon Chicken with Broccoli and Garlic

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A quick and bright Whole30-friendly skillet meal featuring tender chicken breasts and vibrant broccoli tossed in a zesty lemon garlic sauce. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (low carb), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, broccoli florets, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Add 3 cups broccoli florets and sauté for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth, 3 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp lemon zest, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp and sauce has slightly thickened.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce and broccoli. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through and let flavors meld.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving to add a fresh herbal note.

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