Easy Asado Chicken with Lemon Zucchini Sauté
An easy and flavorful dish featuring grilled chicken thighs and sautéed zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 zucchinis, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
- Grill or cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Heat a little olive oil in another skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced zucchini and sauté for about 5 minutes, until tender.
- Season the zucchini with salt and pepper.
- Serve the grilled chicken alongside the sautéed zucchini, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor. Keep an eye on the zucchini to ensure they don’t overcook.