Description
Hearty one pot meals for busy nights offer a delicious, stress-free solution for weeknight dinners. This recipe features tender boneless skinless chicken thighs simmered with colorful chopped vegetables and aromatic garlic in a savory low-sodium chicken broth. Seasoned with Italian herbs, this dish is comforting and flavorful, making it perfect for those chaotic evenings when time is tight. Enjoy minimal cleanup and maximum satisfaction with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers, onions, and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil and sear chicken thighs until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and chopped veggies to the pot; stir and cook for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve in bowls topped with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg