Chicken and Zucchini Foil Packets
Juicy chicken breasts and tender zucchini baked in a flavorful tomato-basil broth, all sealed in a foil packet for easy cooking and cleanup.
Allowed for Ideal Protein phases 1 to 3.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp. Olive Oil
- 4 Large Fresh Button Mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp. Tomato Paste
- 2 tbsp. Fresh Basil, chopped
- 1 tsp. Fresh Oregano, chopped
- 1 cup Chicken Broth or Stock
- 2 Boneless Chicken Breasts (6 oz. each)
- ¼ tsp. Salt
- ¼ tsp. Black Pepper
- 1 Medium Zucchini, thinly sliced
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Prepare two large sheets of foil.
Step 2
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add mushrooms and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Step 4
Stir in tomato paste, basil, oregano, and chicken broth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Step 5
Place one chicken breast in the center of each foil sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 6
Arrange zucchini slices around the chicken. Spoon mushroom-tomato mixture evenly over the top.
Step 7
Fold the foil into packets, sealing edges tightly. Place packets on a baking sheet.
Step 8
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked through.
Step 9
Carefully open foil packets to release steam. Transfer to plates and serve hot.
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