One-Skillet Chicken with Vegetables and Gravy Dinner
A complete comfort meal featuring tender chicken breasts seared in butter and simmered with colorful frozen vegetables in savory gravy. This family-friendly dinner combines protein, vegetables, and sauce in one skillet for easy cleanup. The mix of baby potatoes, broccoli, carrots, baby corn, and red pepper strips creates a balanced, satisfying plate that's perfect for busy weeknights when you want a home-cooked meal without complicated preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 1 1/4 pounds
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper(optional)
- ¾ cup water
- 1 envelope chicken gravy mix, 0.87 ounce
- 1 bag frozen baby whole potatoes, broccoli, carrots, baby corn and red pepper strips, 14 ounces
- 1 jar sliced mushrooms, 4.5 ounces, drained
- chopped fresh chives or parsley(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Melt butter in nonstick skillet over medium heat
- 2
Season chicken with salt and pepper
- 3
Cook chicken in butter, turning once, until juice is no longer pink when centers are cut
- 4
Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm
- 5
Mix water and gravy mix in small bowl
- 6
Pour gravy mixture into same skillet
- 7
Stir in frozen vegetables and mushrooms
- 8
Heat to boiling then reduce heat
- 9
Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until largest potato pieces are hot
- 10
Add chicken back to skillet
- 11
Cover and simmer until chicken is heated through
- 12
Serve vegetable and gravy mixture over chicken
- 13
Sprinkle with chives
Tips
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for food safety.
Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken to ensure even browning and proper cooking.
Let chicken rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to retain juices before adding back to the skillet.
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days in airtight container
Can prep vegetables and season chicken up to 4 hours ahead, cook fresh for best texture
Serve immediately while hot for best texture and flavor
Common Mistakes
Don't skip checking chicken internal temperature to avoid undercooking
Keep chicken warm while making gravy to prevent it from cooling down
Don't overcook vegetables to avoid mushy texture
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
requires longer cooking time
FAQ
Can I use fresh vegetables instead of frozen?
Yes, but add them earlier and cook longer since fresh vegetables take more time to become tender than frozen ones.
What if I don't have gravy mix?
Make gravy from scratch using 2 tablespoons flour, 2 tablespoons butter, and 3/4 cup chicken broth, whisking until smooth.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store refrigerated leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to prevent chicken from becoming tough.