Chicken Zucchini Skillet

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, bite-sized

• 2–3 zucchini, sliced into half-moons

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp paprika

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• Optional: red pepper flakes, lemon juice, Parmesan

Instructions

1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.

2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

4. Add remaining oil and sauté zucchini 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.

5. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

6. Return chicken to skillet, toss everything together.

7. Finish with lemon juice or Parmesan if desired.

Variations

• Creamy: Add a splash of cream or cream cheese.

• Asian-style: Use soy sauce + sesame oil.

• Mediterranean: Add cherry tomatoes and olives.

Serving Ideas

• Over rice or pasta

• With roasted potatoes

• Low-carb on its own or over cauliflower rice