Garlic Margherita Chicken & Zucchini Recipe Idea

 

Garlic Margherita Chicken & Zucchini

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

Chicken:

2 1/4 pounds chicken breast or tenders cut into 1" pieces

1 tsp olive, coconut, or avocado oil

1 large garlic clove, crushed

1/4 tsp sea salt

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Zucchini & Tomatoes:

1.5 lbs zucchini, cut into half-moon shapes

2 cups fresh, halved grape tomatoes

1 tsp olive, coconut, or avocado oil

1 large garlic clove, crushed

1/2 tsp sea salt

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Garnish:

1/4 cup fresh chopped basil

Directions:

Chicken:

Preheat (cast iron) skillet on medium heat add oil to coat.

Add garlic and cook for just 10 seconds.

Then add chicken, sprinkle with sea salt and pepper to taste.

Cook for 8-10 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally.

Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Zucchini and Tomatoes:

Cook the zucchini the same way as chicken but for 6 minutes, adding tomatoes during the last 3 minutes of cooking time.

Add chicken back to skillet and stir just to warm.

Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh basil.