Description
This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe is a perfect solution for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With tender chicken and fresh zucchini baked to perfection, you get a nutritious and satisfying meal that requires minimal effort and cleanup. The dish is enhanced with a blend of aromatic spices that create a delightful harmony of flavors. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with sides like quinoa or rice, this recipe promises to be a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 medium-size 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 milled pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for even cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, sea salt, pepper, and olive oil until well mixed.
- Add chicken pieces, onion, and zucchini to the marinade; toss until coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 24 hours in the fridge for deeper flavor.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish in an even layer and bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg