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One-Dish Baked Chicken with Zucchini and Rice

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A quick, one-dish bake that turns pantry staples into a cozy, healthy dinner in under an hour. This dish features bite-sized chicken, tender zucchini, and sweet onion, seasoned with smoked paprika and warming cumin.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • 2 cups cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, diced zucchini, and diced onion. Toss gently so they’re mixed evenly.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture. Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss until every piece is evenly coated.
  4. Spread the seasoned mixture in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F and the zucchini is tender.
  6. Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro or parsley and an extra pinch of smoked paprika.
  7. Serve the bake over warm cooked rice.

Notes

If zucchini is watery, salt it lightly and let it sit 10 minutes, then pat dry to avoid a soggy bake. Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.

Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/easy-chicken-zucchini-bake/