Description
Tex-Mex Chicken and Zucchini is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the zest of summer to your table. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a smoky blend of spices, then grilled to perfection alongside fresh zucchini for a delightful crunch. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer barbecues, and it’s versatile enough to be enjoyed in tacos, salads, or on its own. Brightened with a squeeze of lime and garnished with fresh cilantro, each bite promises a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin rounds
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and slicing zucchinis and cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and coat thoroughly. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Cook marinated chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Add sliced zucchinis to the skillet; cook until tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat and finish with a squeeze of lime juice and optional cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 130mg