Description
A wholesome Mediterranean dish featuring tender chicken and savory zucchini, roasted to perfection with vibrant herbs and zesty lemon. Simple to prepare and packed with nutrition.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 large zucchinis, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Toss zucchini with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet
In a bowl, mix remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil with garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice
Season chicken breasts with remaining paprika, salt, and pepper
Add chicken to marinade and coat well
Place chicken breasts evenly spaced on the baking sheet with zucchini
Roast for 20 minutes
Add cherry tomatoes around the chicken and return to oven for 10 minutes
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
For extra flavor, add kalamata olives or roasted red peppers during final baking
Marinate chicken for 15 minutes for deeper flavor
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 chicken breast + zucchini + tomatoes)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg