30-Minute Mexican Chicken and Zucchini Skillet

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4.4

192 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    3 Servings

  • Calories

    343 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

30-Minute Mexican Chicken and Zucchini Skillet

This Mexican Chicken and Zucchini Skillet uses chopped chicken breast with fresh zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion cooked together in avocado oil and seasoned with chili and garlic powder. The result is a hearty skillet-style stir-fry with tender chicken and crisp-tender vegetables, seasoned simply and cooked in about 15 minutes. It offers a balanced protein and vegetable meal with a mild Mexican-inspired flavor profile. The dish can be served alongside steamed rice or additional roasted vegetables for a complete dinner.

Description

30-Minute Mexican Chicken and Zucchini Skillet features diced chicken breast sautéed with zucchini, red bell pepper, and sliced red onion in avocado oil. The skillet method allows the chicken to cook quickly while the vegetables soften to a desirable texture without becoming mushy. The spices include chili powder, garlic powder, and salt, creating a warm, mildly spicy flavor that complements the natural sweetness of bell peppers and zucchini.

The chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender within 10 to 15 minutes, making it an efficient recipe for a wholesome meal. The dish’s combination of lean protein and fresh vegetables delivers a balanced, straightforward dinner option. Serving it with steamed brown rice or additional sautéed vegetables can round out the meal nicely.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 cup red onion sliced
  • 2 zucchini or 3 medium, chopped, large
  • 1 red bell pepper cored and chopped
  • 1 ½ lbs chicken breast chopped, boneless skinless
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt to taste, sea salt

Instructions

  1. Add all of the ingredients to a large non-stick skillet and heat to medium-high. Stir the mixture well and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the zucchini reaches desired done-ness, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. Serve with your choice of side dishes. More sautéed or roasted vegetables and steamed brown rice are my picks, but serve it up how you like it!

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1of 3 Calories 343kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 47g (94%) Fat 14g (22%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 343 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1of 3
Calories 343kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 47g 94%
Fat 14g 22%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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