Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken & Veggie Bowls, where tender chicken is enveloped in a luscious, zesty sauce that dances on your palate. The fresh vegetables add a satisfying crunch, while the aromatic herbs elevate the dish to a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Veggies:
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the heavy cream, chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Meanwhile, in a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the broccoli, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- To serve, divide the sautéed veggies into bowls, top with the creamy lemon herb chicken, and garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm gently in a skillet over low heat until heated through.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut cream.
- Feel free to swap out the vegetables for your favorites, such as zucchini or asparagus.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
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