Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken and Zucchini

Name: Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken and Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken breast or thighs; salt, pepper, and garlic powder; 3 small zucchini (about 1 pound total); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon dried basil; ¼ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese; Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional)

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
6 servings
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken and Zucchini

Iris Warren

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Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ pounds boneless chicken breast or thighs
salt, pepper, and garlic powder
3 small zucchini (about 1 pound total)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional)

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Instructions

Pat the chicken dry and cut into bite-size pieces. Toss with a couple pinches of salt, pepper and garlic powder. Chop the zucchini (discarding end with the stem) into 1/2-inch pieces. Set aside.
Heat the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot and rippling. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Let them cook WITHOUT STIRRING for 2-3 minutes until golden on one side. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through. Remove to a plate reserving as much oil/liquid in the pan as possible.
Return the skillet to medium heat and add the zucchini in a single layer. Again, let the zucchini cook WITHOUT STIRRING (to maximize that golden color) for 1-2 minutes. Flip or stir and continue cooking for another minute or two until the zucchini is tender (but not mushy - don't over cook).
Add the chicken back to the skillet and add the lemon juice, soy sauce, basil, and oregano. Stir to combine.
Increase the heat to medium high and cook until sizzling and the liquid thickens just a bit, 1-2 minutes.
Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, if using. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

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Serving 1 serving Calories 196kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 78mg (26%) Sodium 438mg (18%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%)