Description
Baked chicken and zucchini is a delightful comfort food that brings together juicy chicken breasts and tender zucchini for a satisfying family meal. With minimal prep and cleanup, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends. The warm, savory aroma fills your kitchen while it bakes, enticing everyone to gather around the table. This easy-to-follow recipe will become a staple in your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb), sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
- Arrange zucchini slices around the seasoned chicken in the baking dish.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken and zucchini.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
- Serve immediately, drizzling juices from the baking dish over each plate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with zucchini (around 8 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg