Summer Chicken And Vegetable Skillet

Summer has never tasted so good! This vibrant and flavorful skillet dish is a celebration of the season’s freshest ingredients.

Succulent chicken, crisp vegetables, and a hint of herbs come together in a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for a busy summer evening.

Ready Time

45 mins

Yields

8 servings

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium zucchinis, sliced
1 large red bell pepper, sliced
1 large yellow squash, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.

Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced onions and cook until they’re translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Add the sliced zucchinis, red bell pepper, and yellow squash to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

Add the diced tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.

Stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetable mixture.

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Use any color bell pepper you like, or a combination of colors for a pretty presentation. If using very large zucchinis or yellow squash, you might want to scoop out some of the seeds and excess moisture to prevent excess water in the skillet.

Don’t overcrowd the skillet – cook the veggies in batches if necessary, so they have room to cook evenly.

You can also prep all the veggies ahead of time to make the cooking process go faster. If you prefer more tender veggies, cover the skillet with a lid for a few minutes to steam them.

For a spicier dish, add some red pepper flakes to the skillet with the garlic and onions.

Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. You can also serve with some crusty bread or over rice or noodles for a filling meal.