Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach in 20 Minutes

This Garlic Chicken with Broccoli and Spinach is a quick, keto-friendly dinner that combines tender chicken with nutritious greens and creamy cheese.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Quick Meals

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Breast Can substitute with chicken thighs if preferred.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with any vegetable oil.

For the Vegetables

2 cups Broccoli Fresh or frozen, defrost if frozen.
3 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh garlic recommended for best flavor.
1 cup Tomatoes Any chopped variety works.
2 cups Spinach Fresh is best, but thaw and drain if frozen.

For the Creaminess

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Freshly shredded for best melting.
4 ounces Cream Cheese Make sure softened.

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can be homemade or store-bought.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cut the chicken breast into equal-sized bite-sized pieces.
Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
Add chopped tomatoes and broccoli, cook until the broccoli is tender.
Mix in fresh spinach, mozzarella cheese, and cream cheese, cooking until melted.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve over zoodles or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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