Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Looking for a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner? This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini recipe is your answer! Tender chicken breasts paired with fresh zucchini, seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic, then baked to perfection — all in under 30 minutes!Ingredients:4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or your favorite herb blend) Salt & pepper, to taste ½ tsp paprika (optional) 1 lemon, sliced (for garnish) Instructions:Preheat the oven: Set it to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly oil it. Season the chicken: In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika. Rub this seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts. Prepare the zucchini: In a separate bowl, toss zucchini slices with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in the baking dish: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish and surround them with zucchini slices. Drizzle with olive oil: Pour the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over the chicken and zucchini to keep them moist while baking. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the zucchini is tender. Garnish & serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then garnish with lemon slices for a fresh, zesty touch.
Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini
