Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini
This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe is a delightful one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. With tender pieces of chicken and fresh zucchini bathed in a flavorful marinade, this dish comes together quickly, taking only 40 minutes from start to finish. The vibrant flavors of garlic, smoked paprika, and oregano make every bite irresistible. Plus, the minimal cleanup means you can enjoy more time at the table with loved ones. Serve it alongside fluffy quinoa or a light salad for a well-rounded dinner that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 medium onion
- 1 zucchini
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly milled pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, sea salt, and pepper. Stir in olive oil to create the marinade.
- Add chicken, onion chunks, and zucchini pieces to the bowl. Toss until everything is well coated with the marinade. For best flavor, let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with quinoa or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg