CHICKEN 'N' SUMMER SQUASH PACKETS

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These fun meal-in-one packets are an ideal way to use up your garden bounty. Tender chicken and delightfully seasoned veggies are tucked inside each foil-wrapped pack. Sharon Salvador from Lakeport, California shares the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 medium onion, sliced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 small zucchini, sliced
1 small yellow summer squash, sliced
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cut eight 15x12-in. rectangles of heavy-duty foil; place one rectangle on top of another to make four. Divide onion slices among the four rectangles; top with chicken, mustard, zucchini, yellow squash and mushrooms. , Combine the basil, garlic powder, paprika and remaining salt and pepper; sprinkle over vegetables. Dot with butter. Fold foil around vegetable mixture and seal tightly. Place packets on a baking sheet., Bake at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 449mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Samikhan Khan
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning, or maybe some additional vegetables. Otherwise, it was a good meal.


Sinethemba Foster
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken and this recipe didn't disappoint. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the summer squash was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Adham Khouli
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken and squash were cooked perfectly and the flavors were delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Alisha Kennison
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the combination of flavors. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the summer squash was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sharline Holmes
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the summer squash was perfectly cooked. I loved the flavors of the lemon and herbs, and the Parmesan cheese added a nice touch of richness. I will definitely be making this a