Skillet Chicken and Mixed Vegetable Comfort Bowl

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

A hearty one-skillet meal of tender chicken and a medley of healthy vegetables simmered in a savory sauce, ideal for a nourishing comfort bowl. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, peeled and sliced carrot
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, chopped yellow onion
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb cut chicken thighs and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 medium chopped yellow onion, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 large sliced carrot, 1 medium diced zucchini, and 1 medium diced red bell pepper. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet. Pour in 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp honey. Stir in 1/2 tsp ground black pepper and 1/2 tsp dried thyme.
4. Step 4: Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken and vegetables.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm in bowls for a hearty comfort meal.