Description
This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With juicy chicken and tender zucchini cooked together in one casserole dish, cleanup is a breeze. In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a nutritious meal that satisfies everyone at the table. The combination of spices in the marinade enhances the flavors, ensuring each bite is delicious. This versatile recipe pairs beautifully with fluffy quinoa or buttery rice, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
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
- ¼ tsp freshly milled pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, sea salt, and pepper. Add olive oil and mix well.
- Toss chicken, onion, and zucchini in the marinade until thoroughly coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot alongside quinoa or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg