Description
A refreshing and flavorful dish featuring lemon herb marinated chicken served with roasted zucchini and corn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 zucchinis (sliced)
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the lemon herb mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet.
- In a separate bowl, toss the sliced zucchini and corn with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the zucchini and corn around the chicken on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or onions.
- This dish pairs well with a side of rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon Herb Chicken, Roasted Zucchini, Corn, Healthy Dinner