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Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash Recipe

Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash Recipe
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This Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash recipe offers a light, flavorful, and nutritious meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender diced chicken breasts are seasoned and sautéed with fresh zucchini and yellow squash, then brightened with lemon juice and zest for a vibrant, satisfying dish that’s low in calories and rich in wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 1/4 lbs boneless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Vegetables

  • 10 oz zucchini, sliced
  • 10 oz yellow squash, sliced

Other

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the diced chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning. Toss well to coat all pieces evenly with the seasonings.
  2. Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the 2 tablespoons of olive oil, allowing it to heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the hot skillet. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes to brown one side, then flip and continue cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  4. Add Vegetables: Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet with the chicken. Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the veggies. Gently stir to combine everything evenly.
  5. Sauté Vegetables: Continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini and squash are tender but still have a slight crispness to them.
  6. Finish with Lemon and Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and zest. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve immediately for a bright and healthy meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs if preferred, though cooking times may vary slightly.
  • For extra flavor, add minced garlic or a pinch of red pepper flakes during cooking.
  • This dish pairs well with quinoa, brown rice, or a fresh green salad.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.
  • To make this recipe gluten free, ensure your Italian seasoning blend does not contain gluten additives.

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Keywords: healthy chicken recipe, chicken with zucchini, low fat chicken dinner, quick chicken skillet, zucchini and squash chicken

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