Description
This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe is a delicious and nutritious option for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Tender chicken pieces are marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, then baked alongside fresh zucchini and onion in one convenient casserole dish. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple cleanup, this meal offers both ease and satisfaction, making it an ideal choice for a healthy dinner. Pair it with quinoa or rice for a complete meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 medium onion, chopped into large pieces
- 1 zucchini, sliced vertically and chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly milled pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper with olive oil to form a marinade.
- Add chicken, onion, and zucchini to the marinade; toss well to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake uncovered for about 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides like quinoa or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg