Description
This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe is a delightful option for busy weeknights when you crave a quick yet satisfying meal. Featuring tender chicken combined with fresh zucchini, this one-dish wonder not only appeals to the taste buds but also provides a nutritious choice for families. With minimal preparation and cleanup, it’s bound to become a go-to recipe at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size 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 or salt to taste
- ¼ tsp freshly milled pepper or pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, sea salt, and pepper. Add olive oil and mix to create a marinade.
- Toss the chicken, onion, and zucchini in the marinade until evenly coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
- Transfer everything to a baking dish and spread evenly. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg