From Scratch: Simple and Easy Recipes for Your Every Day Life
About the Recipe
This one-pan Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetable Skillet is a wholesome and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a medley of classic Mediterranean herbs and spices, it’s a healthy, hearty, and satisfying meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. This Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetable Skillet is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for any day of the week. Bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors, it’s a meal you’ll want to make again and again!
Ingredients
• 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste 2. Vegetables:
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 medium yellow squash, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice from 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Preparation
Step 1. Season the Chicken:
• Dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel.
• Season both sides with smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Step 2. Cook the Chicken:
• Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Cook the chicken breasts for 5–6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Take them out of the skillet and set aside.
Step 3. Cook the Vegetables:
• Using the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
• Add zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, red onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
• Include cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
Step 4. Combine and Finish:
• Place the chicken breasts back into the skillet, nestling them among the vegetables.
• Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the dish and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
Step 5. Serve:
• Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. This dish goes well with whole-grain bread, rice, or quinoa for a complete meal.
Tips:
Customize Vegetables: Use any vegetables you have on hand, such as eggplant, mushrooms, or spinach. If you have garden fresh, we strongly encourage using them! You can customize this dish with whatever is in season
Add Heat: Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.
Cooking Shortcut: Slice the chicken breasts into strips or cubes to reduce cooking time.