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    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes

    by Mindy Boyd · Published: Feb 1, 2017 · Updated: Dec 9, 2024

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    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HuntsHasHeart #CollectiveBias.

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes is packed with vitamin rich veggies and lean protein, making it the perfect dish to kick off Heart Health month!

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.

    February is Heart Health month! Heart health is near and dear to me personally because, like many middle-aged people, my husband has hypertension (high blood pressure) and high cholesterol. Lee was diagnosed after he started having an irregular heartbeat about 10 years ago.

    He has been taking medication for both conditions since then, and I can rest a little easier knowing we are doing everything we can to take care of him.

    When Lee was diagnosed I had to learn how to eat healthier. Like many people, we just ate whatever we wanted, not really thinking about the consequences these unhealthy foods might have on our bodies.

    The single most important thing I learned was to eat lots of healthy fruits and veggies, lean proteins, and small amounts of dairy each day. After nutrition comes exercise.

    Exercising for about 30 minutes, 5 times a week has many health benefits. Not only is it great for the heart, it is also great for overall health.

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.

     

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.

    These are the ingredients needed to make this simple and delicious, heart healthy Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes. ⇑

    I cut my squash into nice, bite-sized pieces. I used 1 pound of zucchini and 1 pound of yellow squash. ⇓

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.

     

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.

    This Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes is great for any night of the week because it is healthful, easy and quick! I use Hunt’s® Diced Tomatoes with Spicy Red Pepper to turn this good dish into a great dish.

    The spicy red pepper takes it to the next level. I can also feel good about purchasing a brand that supports causes that are important.

     

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.

     

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.

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    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.

     

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes

    Spicy Chicken, Squash, and Tomatoes features olive oil, chicken, zucchini, yellow squash, Hunt’s canned tomatoes, and onions with herbs and spices.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 26 minutes mins
    Total Time 36 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 1/4 cup onion
    • 1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
    • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
    • 2 cans Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes With Spicy Red Pepper undrained (14.5 ounces each)
    • 1 pound zucchini
    • 1 pound yellow squash
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop zucchini and yellow squash in fourths lengthwise, then into bite sized pieces. (see picture above) Dice onion.
    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until lightly browned and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
    • Add chicken and cook until brown, 4-5 minutes.
    • Add canned tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash, basil, oregano, parsley, and pepper; cook for 13-15 minutes or until squash is tender and chicken is cooked through.

    Notes

    I did not drain the tomatoes for this dish because I wanted the juicy goodness in the bottom of my bowl. You could drain one of the cans of tomatoes if you don't want so much juice. I would not recommend draining both cans.
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    1. Susan says

      November 12, 2018 at 6:14 pm

      I had leftover cooked chicken and some fresh squash and a can of crushed tomatoes. With your guidance I MacGyvered a nice tasty meal over jasmine rice. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Mindy Boyd says

        November 12, 2018 at 7:11 pm

        Over jasmine rice is an awesome idea! Thank you

        Reply
    2. Stephen O'Conner says

      December 07, 2017 at 7:13 pm

      I’m preparing this tonite for about the third time in the past year. I serve it over pasta. Great dish!

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      • Mindy Boyd says

        December 09, 2017 at 8:30 pm

        Sounds great over pasta, good idea!

        Reply
    3. Simon says

      June 29, 2017 at 5:58 am

      Nice recipe. very healthy. A must try

      Reply
      • Mindy Boyd says

        June 29, 2017 at 12:39 pm

        I hope you like it as much as we do, thanks!

        Reply
    4. Jason K. says

      February 08, 2017 at 3:49 pm

      FYI you should never cook anything acidic (like diced tomatoes) in a cast iron skillet as the acid can leach heavy metals into your food. It also ruins the pan’s seasoning.

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      • Mindy Boyd says

        February 08, 2017 at 5:07 pm

        Thanks for your advice. It really depends on who you talk to on this issue. There is a great article at https://www.americastestkitchen.com/guides/cook-it-in-cast-iron/busting-cast-iron-myths about that very subject.
        Thanks, Mindy

        Reply
    5. Angie@Angie's Recipes says

      February 02, 2017 at 12:58 pm

      I love easy and delicious one skillet meals! This looks fabulous!

      Reply
      • Mindy Boyd says

        February 02, 2017 at 1:43 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    6. Amber Edwards says

      February 01, 2017 at 10:09 am

      I am seriously loving how easy this recipe is! Great heart healthy recipe with not a lot of work! -client

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      • Mindy Boyd says

        February 01, 2017 at 12:24 pm

        I love quick and easy dinners, thanks!

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