Description

This quick asado chicken with lemon zucchini sauté combines juicy marinated chicken thighs with bright lemon juice and tender zucchini for a balanced, low‑fat dinner. The chicken is seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and minced garlic, then browned to a golden crust while the zucchini is sautéed in olive oil until just tender. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon, the dish delivers a refreshing citrus aroma and a satisfying texture, making it perfect for busy families seeking a nutritious, fla

Ingredients

Scale

4 chicken thighs
2 zucchinis, sliced
1 lemon, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

Marinate chicken in lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat.
Brown chicken thighs 6‑7 minutes per side until cooked through; set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté sliced zucchini with a pinch of salt for about 5 minutes.
Return chicken to the pan, combine briefly, adjust seasoning.
Serve with lemon wedge and enjoy.

Notes

For a spicier version
add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the zucchini. Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of olive oil and a quick lemon squeeze.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sauté
Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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