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quick and easy dinner recipes for family busy mom simple healthy

quick and easy dinner recipes for family busy mom delight

A collection of quick and easy dinner recipes for busy moms looking for healthy options.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken fillet, diced
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  3. Add broccoli and bell peppers; sauté for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add brown rice and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
  6. Cover and reduce heat; simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Fluff rice and serve hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Use any vegetables you have on hand.
  • This dish can be made in advance and reheated.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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