Simple Low Carb Dinner for Weight Loss
This simple low carb dinner for weight loss is a quick, one-pan skillet meal loaded with lean chicken, colorful vegetables, and bold flavor. Gluten-free and high in protein, it's the perfect choice for a cozy, nourishing meal under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- skillet
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small red onion sliced
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- salt and black pepper to taste
- chili flakes optional
To Finish
- fresh parsley
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet. Add sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté red onion and bell pepper for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add zucchini, cherry tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, and chili flakes. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through. Finish with lemon juice and parsley.
Notes
Make it creamy with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or coconut cream. Swap chicken with tofu or mushrooms for a vegetarian version. Perfect for meal prep, stores up to 4 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1100IUVitamin C: 78mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.6mg
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