Easy Healthy Recipes For Family – One-Pan 30-Minute Dinner

Welcome to your new weeknight hero! Easy Healthy Recipes For Family is a vibrant one-pan chicken and vegetable skillet that brings everyone to the table without the fuss. It's the perfect answer to 'What's for dinner?' when you need something nutritious, delicious, and quick to clean up.

This recipe was born from my own busy weeknights, juggling soccer practice and homework. I needed a meal that could come together in a snap, use ingredients I usually have on hand, and still feel like a special home-cooked dinner. The result is this colorful, savory skillet that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

With juicy chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and a simple, flavorful glaze, this dish is proof that healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated or boring. Let's get cooking!

About the Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

Chicken breast is lean and cooks quickly. Substitute with chicken thighs for more juiciness, or tofu for a vegetarian option.

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Use extra-virgin olive oil for best flavor. Avocado oil also works well for high-heat cooking.

1 medium red bell pepper, sliced

Adds sweetness and crunch. Any color bell pepper works; use green for a slightly bitter note.

1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced

For a colorful mix. Substitute with orange or use all red for a deeper flavor.

1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced

Zucchini cooks quickly and soaks up flavors. Swap with yellow squash or broccoli florets (blanch first).

1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved

They burst and create a light sauce. Use grape tomatoes or diced Roma if preferred.

3 cloves garlic, minced

Fresh garlic is key. In a pinch, use 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.

2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

Adds umami. Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.

2 tablespoons honey

Balances the saltiness. Maple syrup or agave nectar are great substitutes.

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Earthy and aromatic. Use 1 tablespoon fresh oregano if available.

1/2 teaspoon salt

Adjust to taste. Sea salt or kosher salt recommended.

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Freshly ground is best. Adjust to your preference.

Tips & Tricks

• Cut chicken and vegetables into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
• Don't overcrowd the skillet; cook chicken in batches if needed to get a nice sear.
• For extra flavor, marinate chicken in the sauce for 15 minutes before cooking.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Season and Sear Chicken

Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Add chicken in a single layer and cook without stirring for 4-5 minutes until golden brown on the bottom. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.

2. Sauté Vegetables

In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add bell peppers and zucchini, and cook over medium-high heat (375°F/190°C) for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften and get slight charred edges. Stir in garlic and cherry tomatoes, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

3. Make the Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and oregano. Pour the glaze over the vegetables.

4. Combine and Heat

Return the chicken to the skillet, along with any accumulated juices. Stir everything to coat with the glaze. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and slightly thickened, and everything is heated through.

5. Rest and Serve

Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Delicious Variations

Make it vegetarian

Substitute chicken with 1 1/2 cups (300g) cubed firm tofu or chickpeas. Cook tofu until golden.

Add a kick

Stir in 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha with the garlic.

Low-carb option

Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of regular rice.

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Easy Healthy Recipes For Family

Easy Healthy Recipes For Family: a one-pan chicken and veggie dinner that's ready in 30 minutes, packed with flavor and nutrients.

★★★★½ 4.8 (156 ratings)

15 minPrep time15 minCook time4Servings320 kcalCalories

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🧂 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
• 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

📋 Instructions

1. 1Season and Sear Chicken — Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Add chicken in a single layer and cook without stirring for 4-5 minutes until golden brown on the bottom. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
2. 2Sauté Vegetables — In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add bell peppers and zucchini, and cook over medium-high heat (375°F/190°C) for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften and get slight charred edges. Stir in garlic and cherry tomatoes, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3Make the Glaze — In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and oregano. Pour the glaze over the vegetables.
4. 4Combine and Heat — Return the chicken to the skillet, along with any accumulated juices. Stir everything to coat with the glaze. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and slightly thickened, and everything is heated through.
5. 5Rest and Serve — Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Note: For best flavor, use fresh garlic and herbs. The honey and soy sauce create a beautiful glaze that clings to every bite.

Servings: 4

Cuisine: American

Course: Dinner

Nutrition (per serving): 320 kcal · 35g protein · 18g carbs · 12g fat