Description
This Creamy Chicken and Broccoli recipe is a quick and comforting meal featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a smooth almond milk-based cream sauce with fresh broccoli florets. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a wholesome, gluten-free dish perfect for a healthy family dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt and ground pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Sauce and Vegetables
- 1 1/2 cups almond milk or any other milk
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free flour or any other flour
- 1 medium broccoli head, chopped (about 3 cups)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, optional to serve
Instructions
- Rub the Chicken: Rub the chicken breasts evenly with kosher salt, ground pepper, and Italian seasoning to infuse them with flavor.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together almond milk and gluten-free flour until smooth and well combined, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Broccoli: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté garlic briefly until fragrant. Pour in the almond milk and flour mixture, then add the chopped broccoli. Cook while stirring occasionally until the broccoli is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the pan with the broccoli sauce. Heat everything together for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve with optional lemon wedges for a bright finish.
Notes
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice, such as dairy milk or oat milk.
- For a thicker sauce, increase the flour slightly or simmer longer to reduce.
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly by checking that internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
