15 Minute Chicken Broccoli (2024)

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Get ready to meet your new favorite one pot dinner recipe! This 15 minute Chicken Broccoli recipe is quick, easy, and incredibly delicious. Tender chicken thighs, sun dried tomatoes and broccoli florets in a creamy, cheesy sauce.

15 Minute Chicken Broccoli Recipe

My 15 minute chicken broccoli recipe is going to become a staple in your weekly dinner rotation. Made entirely in one pot, this dish hosts tender chicken thighs, sun dried tomatoes, and fresh broccoli florets swimming in a deliciously creamy, cheesy sauce. It’s perfection!

• Made In One Pot
• Takes 15 Minutes Total
• Easy To Make
• Simple Ingredient List
• Delicious & Versatile

This simple recipe packs a punch in the flavor department! The sun-dried tomatoes are the perfect compliment to the dish and really add a little “Italian” flare. As you know, I’m all about easy comfort food, and this chicken broccoli is exactly that. It doesn’t get much better than a versatile 15 minute meal, with minimal prep, only one pot to clean, and the whole family will enjoy!

Ingredient Notes

• Olive Oil – Substitute sunflower, safflower or avocado oil.
• Chicken – I used boneless, skinless, chicken thighs, cut into 1″ pieces.
• Seasoning –Italian seasoning, salt& pepper.
• Garlic– Fresh is best! Minced.
• Sun Dried Tomatoes –Drained, chopped.
• Broccoli – Floretschopped in small pieces.
• Chicken Broth– I always opt for low sodium or no sodium added to control the salt levels.
• Heavy Cream – You can use half and half or coconut cream for a lighter fare. See “FAQs & Expert Tips” for more info.
• Cheese – I used cheddar cheese,shredded. Feel free to use your preference of cheese.

How To Make 15 Minute Chicken Broccoli

1. Cook Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped chicken thighs and season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and toss well. Cook for 4 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink and start to turn golden.
2. Add Ingredients: Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds or until aromatic. Add the sundried tomatoes, broccoli florets, chicken broth and cook for 3 minutes.
3. Finish: Stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese and cook for 2 more minutes, until the cheese melts.
4. Serve: Serve over noodles, mashed potatoes or zucchini noodles/cauliflower rice for a low/carb option.

Tips

1. You can use chicken breast instead of thighs for this dish, cooking time may vary!
2. If you prefer, you don’t need to use heavy cream! You can substitute coconut cream or a lower fat content cream/milk in order to lessen the fat percentage in this dish.
3. Adding any assortment of extra vegetables; mushrooms, kale, butternut squash, spinach etc. is easily going to make this dish more healthy and give you any extra nutrients you might be looking for!

Storing Leftovers

Stored in a sealed airtight container this 15 minute chicken broccoli will last in the fridge for3 – 4 days.

Freezing

To extend the shelf life of your chicken broccoli, I recommend putting it in the freezer, stored in a sealed airtight container. It will last up to4 months frozen.

More Delicious Recipes To Try

• Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli
• Broccoli Chicken Casserole
• Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
• One Pot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
• Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Pasta
• Broccoli Cheddar Soup
• Broccoli Pasta
• Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breast