Description
A comforting one-dish recipe combining lean chicken and zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights and picky eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 medium zucchinis (diced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley (chopped)
- 2 cups cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces, zucchini, and onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil and add minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss everything thoroughly.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the zucchini is tender.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh herbs and an extra sprinkle of smoked paprika before serving over warm rice.
Notes
Feel free to swap chicken for turkey or use seasonal veggies for a twist. For extra indulgence, add cheese during the last few minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, zucchini, healthy dinner, quick meal, family-friendly