Description
This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe is your go-to solution for a busy weeknight dinner. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a flavorful, one-pan meal that the entire family will love. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a blend of spices and paired with fresh zucchini and onions, all baked to perfection in a single dish. Not only is this recipe simple and quick, but it’s also healthy, featuring lean protein and vegetables. Whether served alongside fluffy quinoa or buttery rice, this versatile dish is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 zucchini (sliced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly milled pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, sea salt, pepper, and olive oil to create the marinade.
- Add chicken, onion, and zucchini to the marinade; toss until well-coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Spread the mixture in a baking dish in a single layer.
- Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg