Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash
A quick and healthy dish that combines lean chicken breast with fresh zucchini and squash, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1.25 lbs boneless chicken breasts, diced Lean protein source
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking
- 10 oz zucchini, sliced Fresh vegetable
- 10 oz yellow squash, sliced Fresh vegetable
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder For seasoning
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning For seasoning
- 1 each lemon, juice and zest Adds flavor
- Salt and black pepper to taste For seasoning
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish For presentation
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the diced chicken breast with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder in a bowl.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Cook the 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 the remaining Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Make sure not to overcook the vegetables; they should be tender but still have a bit of crunch. You can add other veggies like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for variation. For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken for about 30 minutes before cooking.