Healthy chicken breast with zucchini and squash: a juicy delight
A nutritious and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breast paired with fresh zucchini and squash.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 zucchini
- 1 yellow squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine sliced zucchini and squash with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and surround them with the vegetable mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This dish can be served over rice or quinoa for added carbohydrates.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for more flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Healthy Chicken Breast, Zucchini, Squash