Description
A comforting, one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a creamy cheese sauce, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights and loved by the whole family.
Ingredients
- Chicken tenderloins – 2 medium
- Broccoli florets – 2 cups
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Chicken broth – 1/2 cup
- Cheddar cheese (freshly shredded) – 1 cup
- Onion (diced) – 1/2 cup
- Garlic (minced) – 2 cloves
- Italian seasoning – 1 teaspoon
- Salt and pepper – To taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides (3–4 minutes per side) until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until softened (2–3 minutes).
- Add heavy cream, chicken broth, and shredded cheddar cheese. Whisk until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes).
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add broccoli florets and seared chicken to the sauce.
- Stir gently and simmer for 5 minutes, until the broccoli is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Garnish with fresh parsley or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Freshly shredded cheese yields a smoother sauce than pre-shredded options.
- You can substitute plant-based protein or gluten-free alternatives for a customized dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, One-Pot Meals
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 810mg (35% DV)
- Fat: 18g (23% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 10g (50% DV)
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g (13% DV)
- Fiber: 4g (14% DV)
- Protein: 34g (68% DV)
- Cholesterol: 90mg (30% DV)