Description
Family-friendly one-pot meals are the perfect solution for busy families seeking delicious, wholesome dinners with minimal cleanup. Picture a single pot brimming with juicy chicken thighs, vibrant seasonal vegetables, and aromatic herbs—simmered together to create a comforting dish that delights both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 cups fresh vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, green beans)
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Wash and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Brown Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, add chicken thighs skin-side down, and cook until browned (about 5 minutes per side).
- Sauté Garlic: Remove the chicken temporarily; add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about a minute.
- Combine Ingredients: Return chicken to the pot with chopped vegetables and pour in chicken broth.
- Season: Sprinkle dried herbs on top; bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat to low.
- Simmer: Cover and let simmer for about 30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg