1. 1. Prepare the Ingredients:

      • • Wash and slice all the vegetables: slice the onion, bell peppers, and zucchini, and clean and slice the mushrooms.
      • • Mince the garlic.
      • • Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.

1. 1. Sauté the Chicken:

      • • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
      • • Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
      • • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

1. 1. Cook the Vegetables:

      • • In the same skillet, add the remaining one tablespoon of olive oil.
      • • Add the sliced onion and garlic, and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant and the onion softens.
      • • Add the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms to the skillet.
      • • Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, and the dried Italian herbs.
      • • Continue to sauté the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender and start to caramelize.

1. 1. Combine Chicken and Vegetables:

      • • Return the cooked chicken back to the skillet.
      • • Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and vegetable mixture.
      • • Stir everything together to combine.
      • • If desired, add lemon juice for extra flavor and mix well.

1. 1. Simmer and Finish:

      • • Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
      • • Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

1. 1. Garnish and Serve:

      • • Once everything is well combined and heated through, remove the skillet from the heat.
      • • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

1. 1. Serve:

      • • Serve the chicken and vegetable sauté warm, either on its own or over a bed of rice, quinoa, or a side of your choice.

Enjoy your delicious and healthy meal!