Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash
Enjoy a nutritious and satisfying meal with Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash. This vibrant dish combines tender, seasoned chicken with fresh zucchini and yellow squash, making it not only visually appealing but also packed with essential nutrients. Perfect for busy weeknights, it requires only 15 minutes of prep time and can be ready in just 25 minutes. Serve it over quinoa, in wraps, or alongside a crisp salad for a wholesome dinner the whole family will enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 lbs boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 10 oz zucchini
- 10 oz yellow squash
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, season diced chicken with salt, pepper, half of the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and lemon zest.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and sauté until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
- Add sliced zucchini and squash to the skillet. Sprinkle remaining seasoning and sauté until tender (3–5 minutes).
- Stir in parmesan cheese and parsley, then drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 308
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg