Description
This quick Chicken and Zucchini Skillet recipe delivers a flavorful, protein‑rich dinner ready in just 25 minutes. Tender chicken breast pieces are sautéed with fresh zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and garlic in a hot skillet, creating a wholesome, low‑calorie meal perfect for busy weeknights. The dish is naturally gluten‑free, packed with vitamins, and ideal for families seeking an easy, healthy dinner option without added sugars or heavy sauces.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half‑rounds
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5‑7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant and onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add sliced zucchini and bell pepper; cook for an additional 5‑7 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet, stir to combine, adjust seasoning if needed, and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. This skillet pairs well with quinoa
- brown rice
- or a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Easy
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken and Zucchini Skillet, easy chicken skillet, zucchini dinner recipe, quick weeknight meals, healthy chicken meals, low calorie chicken skillet, one pan chicken dinner, 25 minute chicken recipe, family friendly chicken dish