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Easy Chicken Skillet Dinner
A one-pan chicken dinner made with simple ingredients and bold, weeknight-friendly flavor.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
15
min
Active Time
25
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
Stovetop
METHOD
Why It Works
Everything cooks in one pan with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Protein
• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
Vegetables
• 1.5 cup cherry tomatoes, diced (or one 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained)
• 1 bag of frozen broccoli
• 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)
Seasoning
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
• ¼ cup chicken broth
How to Make It
1
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
3
In the same pan, add the cherry tomatoes and bell pepper if using. Cook 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
4
Pour in the chicken broth and stir to deglaze the pan. Return the chicken to the skillet, add the frozen broccoli, and reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook 8–10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal) and the broccoli is tender.
5
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve directly from the skillet.
How to Make It
1
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
3
In the same pan, add the cherry tomatoes and bell pepper if using. Cook 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
4
Pour in the chicken broth and stir to deglaze the pan. Return the chicken to the skillet, add the frozen broccoli, and reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook 8–10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal) and the broccoli is tender.
5
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve directly from the skillet.
Ingredients
Protein
• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
Vegetables
• 1.5 cup cherry tomatoes, diced (or one 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained)
• 1 bag of frozen broccoli
• 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)
Seasoning
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
• ¼ cup chicken broth
Storage & Reheat
Store:
Store in airtight container up to 3 days.
Reheat:
Reheat gently in the microwave.
Swaps
No chicken broth? Use the same amount of vegetable broth.
Avo's Tip
Avoid overcrowding the pan.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Can I use chicken breasts?
Yes, cook slightly less.
Can I add veggies?
Zucchini works well.
Is it meal prep friendly?
Yes.
Quick Fixes
Chicken sticking: Make sure the skillet and oil are hot before adding chicken. Don't move it for the first 3–4 minutes.
Cherry tomatoes watery: Cook on high heat briefly — just until they burst and concentrate.
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