Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini Recipe: A Quick and Juicy Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for Tex Mex Chicken and Zucchini that is perfect for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the zucchinis and chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Add the chicken and zucchini and toss to coat.
- Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Add your favorite Tex Mex toppings such as avocados or salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg