Pesto Chicken with Zucchini

Total prep/cook time: ~25 min. Serves 4.

*Gluten-free

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 medium zucchini squash
• 6-8 tbsp pesto, to serve

Directions:

1. Slice the zucchini crosswise into ‘coins’ and cook in a non-stick pan over medium heat 5-6 min.
2. Heat a pan on a medium-high heat. Cook chicken in the pan for 3-4 min on each side or until chicken is well browned and cooked through.
3. While the chicken is cooking, mix lemon with pesto in a bowl.
4. Serve chicken and zucchini with pesto mixture on top.

Did you know?

Zucchini is most often eaten cooked, but it is also delicious raw! Try dipping slices of raw zucchini in hummus for a great snack or appetizer.

Nutrition Information (per 1 serving):

Total calories: 326 cal
Total fat: 20 g

Saturated fat: 3 g

Sodium: 225 mg

Total carbs: 8 g

Dietary fiber: 3 g

Protein: 32 g