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Quick & Easy Chicken & Broccoli Meal Prep

A fast, filling, and one-pan meal featuring seared chicken and steamed broccoli in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for meal prep throughout the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  5. Add broccoli florets, splash of water, cover, and steam for about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Reduce the heat, stir in heavy cream, and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet, coating it in the garlic sauce.
  8. Divide the chicken and broccoli into meal prep containers and enjoy throughout the week.

Notes

Let the food cool slightly before sealing containers to protect texture and safety. Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months.