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One-Skillet Lemon Chicken with Squash


  • Author: wellness sleuth
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Description

One-Skillet Lemon Chicken with Squash is special for many reasons. First, it's a healthy 30 minute recipe, so you can whip it up quickly without sacrificing its nutritional value. Plus, this dish is created in one skillet only which cuts down on mess and clean up time - not to mention that the bright lemon flavor gives your meal a special touch of zest


Ingredients

Ingredients:

¼ c. extra virgin olive oil, divided
3 T. fresh lemon juice, divided
1 t. dried oregano
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
1 lbs. chicken breasts, cubed
½ large red onion, thinly sliced
1 small zucchini (or ½ large), sliced thin and cut into half rounds
1 small yellow squash (or ½ large), sliced thin and cut into half rounds

Garnish:

Fresh parsley, chopped
Sprigs of fresh basil
Small lemon wedges


Instructions

  1. Whisk 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, oregano, and minced garlic together in a large bowl. Generously season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Set aside.

  2. Place the cubed chicken in a large bowl and pour half the marinade on top. Toss to combine and set aside.

  3. Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the original bowl with the marinade and toss to combine. Set aside.

  4. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the remaining tablespoon olive oil and the sliced red onion. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and start to develop some color, approximately 4-5 minutes.

  5. Pour the seasoned chicken into the hot skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer the chicken and onions to a platter. Set aside.

  6. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the seasoned zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet. Season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired. Cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp tender and nicely browned, approximately 3-5 minutes.
     

  7. Return the chicken, onions, and juices to the skillet and stir to combine. Remove from heat and sprinkle with remaining fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, and springs of fresh basil. Serve immediately with additional lemon wedges, if desired. Enjoy!

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 15 mins

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