Description
Indulge in a wholesome and flavorful dish with this Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this delightful meal features tender chicken paired with vibrant zucchini and squash, all seasoned to perfection with Italian herbs and zesty lemon. Not only is it quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes—but it’s also nutritious, delivering lean protein and fresh vegetables in every bite. Easily adaptable to suit your taste preferences, this dish will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 lbs boneless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 10 oz zucchini, sliced
- 10 oz yellow squash, sliced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, split
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, split
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Dice the chicken and slice the zucchini and squash. Season chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon zest.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Lower heat; add zucchini and squash along with remaining olive oil. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in lemon juice, parsley, and parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg