Herb Lemon Chicken Zucchini Skillet That Bursts with Fresh Flavor
A fresh and flavorful Herb Lemon Chicken Zucchini Skillet that bursts with fresh flavor.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¾ cup basil pesto
- 3 medium zucchini spiralized and lightly patted dry (about 5 cups)
- ½ lemon Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, cook the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
- Add cherry tomatoes, salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes until softened.
- Reduce heat to medium, stir in pesto, and return chicken to the skillet.
- Add zucchini noodles and toss gently. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender.
- Turn off heat and squeeze lemon juice over the dish.
- Sprinkle with basil and parsley, then serve.
Notes
Pat zucchini dry to prevent excess moisture. Do not overcook zucchini to keep texture firm. Adjust herbs and seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg
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