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Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken with Zucchini and Squash

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 332
This easy, flavorful, one-pan dish is perfect for the whole family! With a bright and zesty lemon flavor, it’s a hearty and healthy meal that makes great leftovers. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients

  • 1¼ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 2 tbsp butter, divided (or use more olive oil)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tsp Italian seasoning, divided
  • 1 tsp garlic powder*, divided
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp lemon zest, plus extra for serving
  • 10 oz zucchini (2 small), sliced and halved if wide
  • 10 oz yellow squash (2 small), sliced and halved if wide
  • ⅓ cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (or more to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions 

Cook Chicken:

  • Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt, pepper, 2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon zest. Toss to coat.
    Add 1 Tbsp butter to the skillet and let it melt with the olive oil. Add the chicken and cook for about 3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes, or until the center of the chicken reaches 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

Cook Vegetables:

  • n the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1 Tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini and squash, season with salt, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the veggies are just tender, about 4 minutes.

Combine & Serve:

  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the zucchini and squash. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and toss to combine. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Serve warm, topped with extra parmesan and lemon zest if desired. This dish is especially tasty served over cooked orzo.

Notes

*You can substitute 1 Tbsp minced fresh garlic. Add half of it to the chicken while cooking and the other half when cooking the zucchini and squash.
Calories: 332kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken