Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken
Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken is a quick one-pan dish with chicken, zucchini, and squash.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 tablespoons butter divided
- Salt and black pepper
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder divided
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 10 oz zucchini sliced
- 10 oz yellow squash sliced
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese finely shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, and lemon zest.
- Add butter to the pan, then cook chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining oil and butter.
- Add zucchini and squash, season with salt, remaining Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Cook for about 4 minutes until tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss to combine.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and parsley over the top.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken.
Notes
- Substitute butter with more olive oil if preferred.