☀️ Perfect for hot days when you need something light, healthy, and done in under 30 minutes!
When the summer heat hits, no one wants to spend hours in a hot kitchen. That’s why this Easy Summer Chicken & Veggie Skillet is a go-to dinner! It’s fresh, colorful, full of seasonal veggies, and ready in just 25 minutes. Cooked in one pan for easy cleanup, this meal is light yet satisfying — packed with lean protein and wholesome vegetables. Perfect for lunch, weeknight dinners, or even meal prep. Enjoy it on its own or serve it over quinoa, couscous, or rice!
🍽️ Best Easy Summer Chicken & Veggie Skillet (Quick & Healthy One-Pan Meal)
Description
This one-pan chicken and vegetable skillet is bursting with summer flavor — juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and simple herbs all cooked in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Cube the chicken breasts and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Veggies: In the same skillet, add a splash of olive oil (if needed). Add zucchini, squash, bell pepper, onion, and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 6–7 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Combine & Finish: Return the chicken to the skillet. Add lemon juice and Italian herbs. Toss everything to combine and cook for 2 more minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve warm on its own or over a grain like quinoa or couscous. Garnish with fresh herbs or feta if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13g20%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Cholesterol 70mg24%
- Sodium 280mg12%
- Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
- Dietary Fiber 3g12%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 34g68%
- Calcium 40 mg
- Iron 2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
🧊 Storage Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave. Not recommended for freezing due to the high water content of veggies.
