Easy Chicken, Bean & Broccoli Skillet

Easy Chicken, Bean & Broccoli Skillet (Diabetic-Friendly)

Some nights you just need dinner to be simple, filling, and kind to your blood sugar. This chicken, bean, and broccoli skillet is one of those meals. It uses basic ingredients, cooks in one pan, and delivers protein and fiber without heavy carbs.

This recipe has become a go-to in our kitchen because it keeps portions balanced and hunger satisfied—without sacrificing comfort or flavor.

Why This Recipe Works

• High protein from chicken
• Fiber from beans and broccoli
• No refined carbs or added sugars
• One-pan, minimal cleanup

Ingredients

• 1–1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 can beans (kidney, pinto, or black), drained and rinsed
• 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
• 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Garlic powder or minced garlic
• Optional seasoning: Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, or paprika

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. If using raw chicken, season lightly with salt, pepper, and garlic. Cook 5–6 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice.
3. Add broccoli to the skillet. Cover and cook 3–4 minutes until just tender.
4. Stir in the drained beans and heat gently.
5. Return sliced chicken to the skillet.
6. Season with additional salt, pepper, garlic, and optional herbs.
7. Cook together 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and lightly golden.

Serving Tips

• Keep beans to about ½ cup per serving for blood sugar control.
• Fill the rest of the plate with chicken and broccoli.
• Skip bread or rice—this meal is filling on its own.

Simple Variations

• Add a splash of chicken broth if the skillet feels dry.
• Finish with a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
• Sprinkle a small amount of shredded cheese if desired.

This is the kind of meal that proves you don’t need complicated ingredients or expensive groceries to eat well—especially when managing diabetes or cooking on a budget.

Simple food. Real nourishment. One pan at a time.