High-Protein Creamy Garlic Chicken & Broccoli Skillet is a delicious dinner. It contains chicken cutlets, olive oil, garlic, dry white wine, broccoli florets, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. All these ingredients are simple, but they are high in protein and healthy fats, making this dish suitable for a low-carb lifestyle. Use the coconut cream, or don’t have this dish in dairy allergy. High-Protein Creamy Garlic Chicken & Broccoli Skillet is prepared in 30 minutes, perfect for healthy weeknight dinner or meal prep. This skillet dish stores well so you can easily make it ahead for busy days or weekly planning. Serve this creamy chicken skillet with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, brown rice, or a fresh green salad.
STATS:
- Caloric count: 365 kcal
- Required Preparation Duration: Ten minutes
- Required Cooking Duration: Twenty minutes
- Overall Duration: Thirty minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: American
- Serving Size: 1
- Course: Main Course
- Diet: High-Protein
EQUIPMENT:
- Big nonstick skillet
- Tongs
- Cutting board
- Garlic grater
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 chicken cutlets
- ¾ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp.  ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 3 big garlic pieces
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Flat-leaf parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN CUTLETS:
- Chicken cutlets are utilized to make this skillet dish. They will cook fast and get soft and also provide lots of fat-free protein. You can also utilize chicken breast and slice them horizontally into thin pieces to cook them in equal time.
SEASONINGS:
- Add the black pepper and salt to season the skillet, and it will add a slight spice and also enrich the taste of this dish.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil is used to deliver the golden sear on the chicken and also provides healthy fat content in the dish, which will balance the dish properly.
GARLIC:
- Garlic provides the rich taste in the skillet dish. It should be fresh to provide the strong aroma and flavor.
DRY WHITE WINE:
- Add the dry white wine to deglaze the pan, and it will also add deep flavor to the sauce. Include the chicken broth instead if required.
BROCCOLI FLORETS:
- Fresh broccoli florets will include the fiber, vitamins, and color in the dish and also absorb the sauce nicely.
HEAVY CREAM:
- Heavy cream will add a smooth texture to the sauce, which will coat the chicken and broccoli properly. Use the coconut cream instead if required.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Dry the chicken cutlets properly, and then add the black pepper and salt on every side.
- Now warm the olive oil in a pan over moderate to high flame.
- Include the chicken & cook for three to four minutes on every side till they get golden, then add them to the plate.
- Now add the oil to the pan again and put the garlic in it and toss for thirty seconds till aromatic.
- Include the white wine in it & scrape the brown bits from sides & bottom.
- Now include the broccoli, black pepper, and salt, cover the pan, and cook for four to five minutes.
- Put the heavy cream and mix & cook for 2-3 minutes till the sauce gets thick lightly.
- Now again add the chicken to the pan and add the sauce to the chicken with a spoon and cook for two more minutes.
- Sprinkle the parsley and serve the dish.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
GRAINS & STARCHES:
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa
- Wild Rice
- Farro
- Whole-Wheat Couscous
LOW-CARB SIDES:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Cauliflower Mash
- Zucchini Noodles
- Spaghetti Squash
- Roasted Turnips
VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Asparagus
- Green Beans
- Brussels Sprouts
- Sautéed Spinach
- Roasted Carrots
SALAD:
- Mixed Green Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Greek Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Arugula Salad
BREAD:
- Whole-Grain Bread
- Garlic Bread
- Dinner Rolls
- Sourdough Bread
- Focaccia
PASTA:
- Whole-Wheat Pasta
- Egg Noodles
- Orzo
- Penne
- Linguine
GARNISHES:
- Fresh Parsley
- Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Lemon Wedges
- Cracked Black Pepper
- Red Pepper Flakes
BEVERAGES:
- Sparkling Water
- Iced Tea
- Lemon Water
- Herbal Tea
- Dry White Wine
TIPS:
- Add equal-sized chicken cutlets to cook them in the same time.
- Don’t overcook the broccoli to preserve its color and also its texture.
- Wait for the wine to decrease, then add the cream to provide the rich taste.
- Grate the parmesan cheese fresh to provide the additional rich taste.
- Leave the chicken for some time, then serve to maintain its juiciness.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the remaining dish to the covered box and store for three days.
FREEZER:
- Put the dish in the vessel & freeze for two months.
FAQs:
Will I utilize the chicken thighs to prepare this dish?
- Yes, we can utilize the chicken thighs to prepare this dish to offer the rich taste, but it takes more cooking time.
What to use instead of white wine to make this dish?
- Use chicken broth instead to prepare this dish without the alcohol.
Could I utilize the frozen broccoli to make this skillet?
- Yes, use the frozen broccoli florets to provide good texture.
Is this dish food for the keto diet?
- This dish contains all the low-carb items, so it is perfect for this diet.
Will I prepare the dish before the requirement?
- Yes, make the dish one day before the requirement, then heat it well before serving.
How to thicken the consistency of the sauce?
- We have to simmer the sauce for some time to thicken the sauce consistency.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Servings: 4
Total Carbs: 8 g
Calories: 365 kcal
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 32 g
Fat: 22 g
Vitamin A: 0.12 g
Serving Size: 1
Calcium: 0.18 g
Iron: 0.002 g
Net Carbs: 6 g
Sodium: 0.52 g
Potassium: 0.72 g
