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Easy Chicken with Zucchini Recipe

Easy Chicken with Zucchini Recipe
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5.1 from 15 reviews

A simple and flavorful recipe featuring tender chicken thighs cooked with sautéed zucchini, fresh corn, and parmesan cheese, finished in the oven, and garnished with fresh basil. This dish is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner and pairs wonderfully with quinoa or pasta.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced ¼-inch thick
  • 1 cup fresh corn kernels
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Proteins and Dairy

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Oils and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Slice zucchini into ¼-inch thick rounds and dice the onion. Set aside.
  2. Sauté the onion and zucchini: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and zucchini, season with dried oregano, salt, and pepper, and cook for about 5 minutes until zucchini is tender but still firm. Remove the mixture and place it in a bowl.
  3. Sear the chicken: In the same skillet, heat the remaining olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear each side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Combine and bake: Top the seared chicken with the zucchini-onion mixture, fresh corn kernels, and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-18 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and golden.
  5. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil. Serve warm over cooked quinoa or pasta for a satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Use a cast-iron skillet for best searing results, or any oven-safe pan if unavailable.
  • For variations, substitute peas for corn, yellow squash for zucchini, olive oil for butter, or mozzarella cheese for Parmesan.
  • You can add a splash of chicken broth or white wine to the skillet for extra flavor before baking.
  • For a creamier version, stir in cream cheese or heavy cream before topping the chicken.
  • To make this dish quicker, use rotisserie chicken and skip the searing steps.
  • Alternative cooking methods include grilling or air frying the chicken and vegetables.

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