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Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini: A Flavorful and Healthy Weeknight Meal

This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini recipe is a healthy and flavorful weeknight meal that comes together in minutes. Simple ingredients, minimal prep, and maximum flavor!

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or your favorite herb blend)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)

 

  • 1 lemon, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat Oven:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Season the Chicken:

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
  2. Rub this seasoning blend evenly over the chicken breasts.

Prepare the Zucchini:

  1. In a separate bowl, toss the zucchini slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Arrange in the Baking Dish:

  1. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
  2. Arrange the zucchini slices around the chicken, ensuring they are evenly spread out.

Drizzle with Olive Oil:

  1. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken and zucchini.

Bake:

  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the zucchini is tender.

Garnish and Serve:

  1. Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
  2. Garnish with fresh lemon slices.
  3. Serve immediately.

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