Healthy Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash
A nutritious and delicious dish that combines tender chicken breasts with fresh vegetables, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (around 1 pound)
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 2 medium yellow squashes, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the zucchinis and yellow squashes evenly.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Once the oil is hot, sear chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and let it rest on a cutting board.
- In the same skillet, lower heat and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add sliced zucchini and squash and sauté for 5-8 minutes until tender.
- Slice the rested chicken and toss it with the sautéed vegetables.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
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Notes
For a complete meal, serve with brown rice or quinoa. Adjust seasoning as desired, and feel free to include other vegetables.