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Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Skillet Delight – 1-Pan Bliss!

chicken and broccoli skillet
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A flavorful one-pan chicken and broccoli skillet with a creamy cheese sauce, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 6 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Pat drumsticks dry. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and sear drumsticks 3–4 minutes per side. Remove.
  4. Add butter and onion. Cook 2–3 minutes. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and Dijon. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
  6. Stir in broccoli florets, then nestle drumsticks back into the sauce. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
  7. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake 25–30 minutes.
  8. Optional: Broil 1–2 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use cast iron for best results.
  • Dijon mustard adds extra flavor but is optional.
  • Broil for a crispier cheese topping.

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