Easy Chicken Veggie Skillet – A 20-Minute Dinner for Tired Moms
This quick and healthy Easy chicken veggie skillet is the perfect 20-minute dinner for tired moms. Easy to make, packed with goodness, and minimal cleanup required
After a long day of mom-ing — runs, work, snacks, spills (and somehow still more snacks) — the last thing you want to do is fuss over dinner.
This easy chicken and veggie skillet is a go-to for moms who want something fast, nourishing, and family-approved. It takes just 20 minutes, uses simple ingredients, and comes together in one pan — because you deserve a break from sink duty.
🛒 Ingredients:
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Optional: grated cheese for topping
👩🍳 Let’s Cook:
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced chicken. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Cook for about 6–8 minutes, stirring now and then, until the chicken is golden and fully cooked.
- Toss in the garlic, bell peppers, zucchini, and tomatoes. Stir everything together and cook for another 6–8 minutes, just until the veggies are softened but still fresh and colorful.
- Want to make it even better? Add a sprinkle of your favorite cheese, cover the pan for a minute, and let it melt.
- Serve hot — and enjoy a few minutes of peace (or at least fewer complaints at the table).
💡 Why This Recipe Works for Moms:
- Done in 20 minutes – perfect for those chaotic weeknights.
- One pan = less cleanup – because you’ve already cleaned enough today.
- Nutritious and kid-friendly – protein, veggies, and flavor in one dish.
- Super adaptable – swap veggies based on what’s in the fridge. No zucchini? Try spinach. Tomatoes not a hit? Leave them out. Still a win.
This meal is a small act of self-care that also feeds the whole crew. At MomsNourishTable, we’re all about helping you get wholesome, stress-free meals on the table — because busy doesn’t have to mean boring.
