Chicken Breast with Zucchini and Squash Flavor Boost

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
• 2 medium yellow squashes, sliced into rounds
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. This will be your marinade.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or a shallow dish, and pour half of the marinade over the chicken. Make sure to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to 30 minutes for more flavor.
4. While the chicken is marinating, toss the sliced zucchinis and squashes in a bowl with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
5. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the skillet over medium heat on the stove. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
6. After searing, reduce the heat to low, arrange the zucchini and squash around the chicken in the skillet.
7. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the vegetables, and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C) and the vegetables are tender.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.