Description
One-Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken Zucchini is a delectable dish that brings together juicy chicken breasts and tender zucchini in a creamy, zesty sauce enhanced with lemon and parmesan. This easy-to-make recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also simplifies clean-up with just one pan! Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this flavor-packed meal will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium fresh zucchinis, sliced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sear for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add minced garlic and zucchini; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted, then return chicken to the skillet to simmer for an additional minute.
- Finish with dried oregano before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and zucchini (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg