Whole30 Chicken with Broccoli

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and wholesome Whole30 Chicken with Broccoli recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and paired with tender, garlicky broccoli, all cooked together in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. This one-skillet dish is not only bursting with vibrant flavors, but it’s also Whole30-compliant, paleo-friendly, and naturally gluten-free, making it a fantastic choice for clean eating enthusiasts. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an ideal meal prep option that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying. Garnished with fresh parsley and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this dish is your go-to for a healthy, delicious, and fuss-free dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika on both sides.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Pour in the water and lemon juice, and stir to combine.

Step 7

Nestle the chicken breasts back into the skillet among the broccoli. Spoon some of the lemon-garlic sauce over the chicken.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the chicken and broccoli.

Step 10

Serve hot with an extra drizzle of the lemon-garlic sauce from the skillet.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1218.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1646.6

Total Fat 67.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2991.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 230.0g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 296.5mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1986.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 56.6%

Carbs: 6.1%