Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Roasted Broccoli and Garlic

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A wholesome and simple chicken dish paired with tender roasted broccoli infused with garlic and lemon zest. This American Father’s Day recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, broccoli florets, and olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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: 30 min Serves 2 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss 3 cups broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes until edges are slightly crispy and broccoli is tender.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Step 3: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp lemon zest, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then toss in the roasted broccoli to coat and warm through.
  5. Step 5: Plate the chicken breasts alongside the garlic-roasted broccoli and serve immediately.

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