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Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes is a simple meal full of flavor.  This healthy chicken and zucchini recipe makes a stewed chicken and vegetable dish that gets served over rice. 
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Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes - A Healthy Chicken and Zucchini Recipe

Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes is a simple meal full of flavor.  This healthy chicken and zucchini recipe makes a stewed chicken and vegetable dish that gets served over rice.  It is a great way to use up zucchini for dinner. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Entree, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken with zucchini and tomatoes, healthy chicken and zucchini recipe, stewed chicken and tomatoes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 284kcal
Author: Barbara

Ingredients

  • 5 - 6 diced chicken breast tenders, boneless and skinless
  • 2 - 3 zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch half moons
  • 15.5 ounces stewed tomatoes, do not drain
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • Cooked Rice

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a Dutch oven. (If your kids do not like large chunks of tomatoes, see the notes below first).
    Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes is a simple meal full of flavor.  This healthy chicken and zucchini recipe makes a stewed chicken and vegetable dish that gets served over rice. 
  • Stir, and bring to a rapid boil.
    Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes is a simple meal full of flavor.  This healthy chicken and zucchini recipe makes a stewed chicken and vegetable dish that gets served over rice. 
  • Reduce heat to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes is a simple meal full of flavor.  This healthy chicken and zucchini recipe makes a stewed chicken and vegetable dish that gets served over rice. 
  • Remove lid, and continue to cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken and zucchini are cooked through.
    Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes is a simple meal full of flavor.  This healthy chicken and zucchini recipe makes a stewed chicken and vegetable dish that gets served over rice. 
  • Serve over cooked rice.
    Chicken with Zucchini and Tomatoes is a simple meal full of flavor.  This healthy chicken and zucchini recipe makes a stewed chicken and vegetable dish that gets served over rice. 

Notes

  • If desired, use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts. Just be sure to use boneless, skinless chicken.
  • Do not peel the zucchini. I typically dice my zucchini in half-moon shapes about 1/2 inch thick. If it's a large zucchini, remove the seeds. 
  • Do not drain the juices from the stewed tomatoes, you'll want them for the chicken stew. 
  • My kids do not like large chunks of tomatoes. I add the tomatoes to the Dutch oven first, and then break them up with a meat chopper like this one.  Your clean hands would work too, if needed. 
  • Substitute 1/2 teaspoon salt plus 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds for celery salt, if needed. 
  • I cook the stewed chicken at a low simmer with the lid on the pan (covered) for the first 30 minutes.  Then, I remove the lid and continue to cook uncovered to help it thicken.
  • Serve over your favorite type of cooked rice. White rice is perfect!
  • Love stewed vegetables? Try Old Fashioned Stewed Tomatoes. 
  • Please note that the carb counts, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly depending on the products you use. The auto-calculation is an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.

Nutrition

Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 803mg | Potassium: 1350mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 518IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg