Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash
Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash is an easy-to-make dish that combines lean chicken with fresh, vibrant vegetables for a nutritious meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it a quick yet satisfying option. The tender chicken is seasoned to perfection with Italian herbs and garlic, while zucchini and squash add color and crunch, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Whether served solo or alongside a light salad or grains, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 lbs boneless chicken breasts
- 10 oz zucchini
- 10 oz yellow squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into small pieces. Slice zucchini and yellow squash evenly.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove chicken; sauté zucchini and squash in the same skillet for 3–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return chicken to the skillet; stir in lemon juice and half of the parmesan cheese. Cook for an additional minute.
- Garnish with remaining parmesan, parsley, and lemon zest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg