Description
This Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake is a flavorful one-pan meal that combines tender chicken with fresh zucchinis and aromatic spices. It’s a simple and delicious dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 medium zucchinis diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika plus extra for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the chicken and vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, zucchinis, onion, olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve: Garnish with additional smoked paprika and chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve hot over cooked rice.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or tomatoes.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg