Description
This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe is a quick and delicious option for dinner, ideal for busy families and gatherings. Tender chicken breast pairs perfectly with fresh zucchini and aromatic spices, providing a nutritious meal that everyone will love. With its one-pan cooking method, you can enjoy flavorful food without the hassle of extensive cleanup. Simply prep your ingredients, allow them to marinate briefly, then bake everything together for a satisfying dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is enjoyable to eat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 zucchini sliced and chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Sea salt and freshly milled pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, sea salt, pepper, and olive oil; mix well.
- Add chicken, onion, and zucchini to the marinade; toss until evenly coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 24 hours in the refrigerator).
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 73mg