Simple Chicken & Veggie Skillet with Lemon

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

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A balanced, no-sugar chicken and vegetable skillet perfect for Whole30 reboots, featuring crisp-tender vegetables and a bright lemon finish. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, broccoli florets, bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 1, 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: 12 min Serves 1 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 oz chicken thighs
1 cup broccoli florets
1/2 cup diced bell peppers
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove minced garlic
1/4 tsp sea salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with sea salt. Heat 1/2 tbsp 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 cooked through, then remove and set aside.
Step 3: Add remaining 1/2 tbsp olive oil, garlic, and bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and peppers begin to soften.
Step 4: Add broccoli and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender with vibrant green color.
Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet, add lemon juice, and toss to coat. Cook for 1 minute to meld flavors.