Chicken Recipes
South Beach Diet Broccoli Chicken Dijon Recipe
This vibrant dish combines tender chicken breast with crisp broccoli in a tangy, savory mustard sauce. It is specifically designed to be Phase 1 friendly, offering a satisfying and high-protein meal that does not sacrifice flavor.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Serves
- 4
- Level
- Easy
- Per serving
- 360 kcal
Method
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and dried thyme until smooth.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the cubed chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets to the pan and pour the mustard sauce over the chicken and vegetables.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 5-8 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender-crisp and the chicken is cooked through.
Season with black pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
If the sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered for the last 2 minutes to allow it to reduce.
Ensure the chicken cubes are uniform in size so they cook evenly.
To save time, use pre-cut bagged broccoli florets from the produce section.
Use a high-quality Dijon mustard for the best depth of flavor.
