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A colorful skillet filled with seared golden chicken cubes, green zucchini, and yellow squash slices.
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Healthy Chicken Breast Zucchini Squash Skillet

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 medium zucchini , sliced into half-moons
  • 1 large yellow squash, sliced into half-moons
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Pat the chicken breast cubes dry and season with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer and sear until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes; remove chicken and set aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet.
  • Add the sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to combine all ingredients.
  • Remove from heat, drizzle with lemon juice, and serve immediately.