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Deliciously Simple Chicken with Zucchini and Pasta for a Weeknight Win

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A delicious and healthy dish featuring chicken, zucchini, and pasta, perfect for a quick meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
  • 8 ounces of pasta (your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for garnish
  • Fresh basil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil water and cook pasta until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté seasoned chicken until golden and cooked through; let rest.
  3. Sauté garlic and zucchini in the same skillet until tender.
  4. Slice chicken and combine with drained pasta in the skillet; add reserved pasta water if needed.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan and basil.

Notes

  • Feel free to use any pasta type you prefer.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg