Chicken With Peppers, Onion And Broccoli (One Pan)

Name: Chicken With Peppers, Onion And Broccoli (One Pan)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large chicken breasts (ca 1.75 pounds); 3/4 cup EVOO; 1/2 cup lime juice; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes; 3 bell peppers (red, orange, yellow) sliced thinly; 3 medium Vidalia onions, chopped medium; 1 large bunch broccoli florets; 3 tablespoons minced garlic; 3 tablespoons sesame seeds; 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder; some shaved Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3 large chicken breasts (ca 1.75 pounds)
3/4 cup EVOO
1/2 cup lime juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
3 bell peppers (red, orange, yellow) sliced thinly
3 medium Vidalia onions, chopped medium
1 large bunch broccoli florets
3 tablespoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
some shaved Parmesan cheese

1
In a sealable plastic bag (eg, ziplock) mix 1/2 c EVOO, lime juice, cumin and red pepper flakes. Add the chicken breasts and massage them with the mixtures. Seal the bag and refrigerate for 2 hours.
2
Heat 1/4 c EVOO in a large (covered) skillet at medium high. Add the chicken breasts and cover. Cook in the oil for 8 minutes, turn them over and cook for another 8 minutes. Check the internal temperature (should be 165-175F). Remove to a plate. Do not drain the oil or browned bits.
3
Add the onions to the pan. Caramelize the onions about 3/4 of the way to done, adding in the garlic about 10 minutes in. Keep covered.
4
Add in the pepper strips. Mix well and cook to nearly softened. Keep covered.
5
Add the broccoli to the top of the onion and peppers, cover and wait about 5 minutes until the broccoli is a deep green color, then mix into the rest. Add the arrowroot and mix well.
6
Slice the chicken breasts into 1/2 inch strips/slices.
7
After another 10 minutes or so of heating, add the chicken slices to the mixture. Add the sesame seeds. Fold the mixture well and coat the chicken with the residual liquid in the pan. Reduce the heat to a little below medium to reheat the chicken.
8
Serve with a topping of cheese.

281

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large chicken breasts (ca 1.75 pounds), 3/4 cup EVOO, 1/2 cup lime juice, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Peppers, Onion And Broccoli (One Pan) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!