Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto Recipe

Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts are roasted to perfection and then tossed with crispy prosciutto, tender zucchini, and a bright lemon squeeze. This 30-minute recipe from Real Simple is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's bursting with flavor!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 210.8 kcal
Protein 57g
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Ingredients for Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto

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How to Make Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb total) and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. Season chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Sear chicken for 2 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  6. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and roast for 8 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Meanwhile, in a separate skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
  8. Add 4 ounces prosciutto and cook until crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  9. Add 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the skillet. Cook until zucchini is tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.
  10. Return the cooked prosciutto to the skillet with the chicken and zucchini.
  11. Squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over the chicken and vegetables.
  12. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

6g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto?

Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto?

Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto has approximately 210.8 calories per serving, with about 57 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto?

The key ingredients for Chicken Zucchini And Prosciutto are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Kosher Salt, Black Pepper, Olive Oil, Prosciutto, Zucchini. See the full list with measurements above.

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