Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe
Looking for a quick and healthy dinner option that your whole family will love? This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe is your answer! With only 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a delicious one-pan meal featuring tender chicken and vibrant zucchini, all baked to perfection with a blend of flavorful spices. It’s not just easy to make, but also nutritious, making it ideal for busy weeknights or weekend feasts. Plus, cleanup is a breeze since everything cooks in one dish. Serve it alongside fluffy quinoa or rice for a wholesome dining experience that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (bite-sized pieces)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 zucchini (sliced and chopped)
- 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 ground pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, sea salt, black pepper, and olive oil to create a marinade.
- Add chicken, onion, and zucchini to the marinade; toss until coated. For best flavor, marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Serve hot with your choice of side dishes like quinoa or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg