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Chicken Zucchini Skillet

This Chicken Zucchini Skillet is a quick, comforting dish that combines tender cooked chicken and lightly caramelized zucchini in a single pan. The zucchini retains a slight bite, while the chicken absorbs savory herbs and garlic, resulting in a warm, rustic meal with vibrant flavors and appealing textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil bright and fruity
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced leftover or freshly cooked
  • 2 medium zucchini overgrown, sliced thick
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed and minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or parsley chopped fine
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or zest freshly squeezed or grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste seasoning

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat until the olive oil shimmers and smells fragrant.
  2. Add the cooked chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until heated through and slightly golden.
  3. Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and add the sliced zucchini to the empty space. Cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini develops golden edges and is tender but still has a slight bite.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the zucchini and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  5. Mix the chicken and zucchini together, then sprinkle with chopped thyme or parsley. Squeeze lemon juice over the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring to combine all flavors.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Serve the skillet directly from the pan, garnished with extra herbs or lemon zest if desired, and enjoy this cozy, flavorful meal.