Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or your favorite herb blend)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
• 1 lemon, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Rub this seasoning blend evenly over the chicken breasts.
3. In another bowl, toss the zucchini slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Arrange the zucchini slices around the chicken, ensuring they are evenly spread out.
5. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken and zucchini to help keep everything moist while baking.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the zucchini is tender.
7. Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh lemon slices before serving.