Jul 14 2026

Entree 15 Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and paprika.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Dice the bell pepper and zucchini into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.

  2. 4

    Cook the Chicken

    Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

  3. 5

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then add the diced bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  4. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Plate the chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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