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quick chicken dinner ideas

Quick Chicken Dinner Ideas: 5 Simple Steps to Success


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A simple and quick chicken dinner recipe perfect for beginners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  3. Drizzle olive oil on the chicken and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken on a baking sheet.
  5. Add broccoli florets around the chicken on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Serve the chicken and broccoli over cooked rice.

Notes

  • Make sure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  • You can swap broccoli for your favorite vegetable.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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