Butter Garlic Chicken and Zucchini is a quick and easy meal to make.
The chicken is cooked in a garlic butter sauce together with zucchini.
Chicken with zucchini is a healthy recipe that is packed with flavor.
This one pot meal is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!
The garlic butter sauce coats the chicken and zucchini giving it a tangy flavor.
This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, and Paleo.
If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful recipe, then this easy recipe is for you!
This one pan dinner is packed with protein and vegetables.
Now, let’s get cooking!
Butter Garlic Chicken and Zucchini Ingredients
– Chicken legs: I use chicken legs because they are more juicy and flavorful. But, you can use any chicken pieces that you like.
– Zucchini: I like to use zucchini because it is a low carb vegetable. I combine the yellow and green zucchini for a pop of color with the meal.
– Bell pepper: Red, yellow or green bell peppers can be used for this recipe. They are naturally sweet and go well with the butter garlic sauce.
– Olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is my favorite oil to cook with. It has a mild flavor and is healthy for you.
– Rosemary: I like to use dried rosemary for this recipe. But, if you have fresh rosemary, then you can use that as well.
– Garlic: I always use fresh garlic when cooking. It has a strong flavor and goes well with the chicken and zucchini.
– Butter: Salted or unsalted butter can be used for this recipe. I prefer to use salted butter because it adds flavor to the dish.
– Italian seasoning: This blend of herbs that goes well with the garlic butter sauce.
– Salt and pepper: I like to use Himalayan pink salt and freshly ground black pepper for this easy recipe.
How To Cook The Chicken and Zucchini
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large baking dish, add the chicken legs and zucchini.
- Cut the bell peppers into thin strips and add them to the dish.
- Pour olive oil over the chicken and vegetables.
- Add the rosemary, garlic, butter, and Italian seasoning.
- Season with salt and pepper and toss.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes.
- The chicken is cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
You can serve this chicken dinner over a bed of cauliflower rice or a side salad.
This low carb chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight.
It is simple to make and only requires a few ingredients.
You may want to double the recipe to have leftover for meal prep for lunch or reheat for dinner.
A budget-friendly dinner that can be made in under an hour and is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Low Carb Sides
If you are looking for some low carb side dish ideas to serve with this baked chicken dinner, then here are a few of my favorites.
– Cauliflower Mash: A delicious and creamy side dish that is low in carbs.
– Creamed Spinach: An easy and healthy side that pairs well with the chicken.
– Roasted Brussels Sprouts: A tasty side that is perfect for a weeknight meal.
– Grilled Cauliflower: An easy and delicious way to eat cauliflower.
– Broccoli Salad: A healthy and flavorful salad that is perfect for busy weeknights.
Easy Butter Garlic Chicken and Zucchini
Butter Garlic Chicken and Zucchini is a quick and easy meal to make. This one pot meal is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 12 chicken drumsticks
- 2 red bell pepper
- 2 medium zucchini sliced
- 2 tbs butter
- 5 clove crush garlic
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ tablespoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 sprigs of rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place chicken legs on a baking sheet and coat with olive oil.
- Cut bell peppers and zucchini into bite-size pieces and add to the baking sheet.
- Season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and rosemary.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until chicken legs are cooked through and vegetables are tender.
Notes
You may want to double the recipe to have leftover for meal prep for lunch or reheat for dinner.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 399Total Fat 21gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 13gCholesterol 236mgSodium 726mgCarbohydrates 6gFiber 2gSugar 3gProtein 45g