Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake
A delicious and simple one-pan meal featuring tender chicken and fresh zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb chicken fillets (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis (diced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley (chopped)
- 2 cups cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Combine chicken, zucchini, and onion in a bowl.
- Add olive oil, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
- Transfer to baking dish and spread in a single layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked and zucchini is tender.
- Garnish with herbs and serve over rice.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in spices for 30 minutes before baking.