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Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini

This easy Chicken Zucchini Bake recipe is a one-dish wonder, featuring a mouthwatering marinade that gives you restaurant-quality flavor.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, zucchini
Servings: 4 people
Author: Posh Plate

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Large Bowl
  • 9x13 baking dish

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 1 zucchini sliced vertically then chopped
  • 2 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Spray an 8x8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine all the spices, salt, and pepper. Then, add the olive oil and mix until a marinade forms.
  • Once ready, add the cut-up chicken, onion, and zucchini to the marinade. Toss to fully coat the ingredients with the seasonings. Marinate for up to 24 hours if desired.
  • Transfer the chicken and veggies to the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered at 425°F for 30 minutes.
  • Serve hot with fluffy buttery rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 0.66cup | Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 720mg | Potassium: 625mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 394IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg