Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini Recipe: A Juicy and Easy Dinner Delight
Enjoy a delightful fusion of flavors with this easy Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini recipe, perfect for a quick dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the zucchinis and season with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and sprinkle with the same seasonings.
- Arrange the zucchini around the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Top with shredded cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a couple of hours before baking.
- Serve with tortillas or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Tex Mex, Chicken, Zucchini, Dinner Recipe