Description
Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash is a vibrant, nutritious dish that makes a perfect quick weeknight dinner or a meal prep favorite. This recipe features tender chicken breast sautéed with fresh zucchini and squash, all enhanced by zesty lemon juice and aromatic Italian seasoning. Not only is this dish packed with flavor, but it also provides a wholesome balance of protein and vegetables, making it ideal for family meals or casual gatherings. With minimal prep time and simple cooking steps, you can enjoy a delicious meal that’s both satisfying and healthy.
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 garlic powder
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season diced chicken breast with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.
- Cook seasoned chicken pieces in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes on one side until browned, then flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Add zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet, stirring gently to combine. Season with remaining Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 110mg