Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs & Zucchini

Protein Units: 1.5 units per serving Starch Units: 0 per serving

Nutrition Strategy Tags

Lower Carb · Protein-First · Mediterranean

Why This Meal Works

Higher-fat protein supports satiety and stable energy, particularly on lower-carb or lower-calorie days. Zucchini adds volume and micronutrients without driving glucose spikes.

Per-Serving Nutrition

• Calories: ~420 kcal

• Protein: ~38 g

• Carbohydrates: ~7 g

• Fat: ~26 g

• Fiber: ~3 g

Serving size:
5 oz cooked chicken thigh + 1 cup zucchini
Servings per recipe: 2

Time Required

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 20 min

Ingredients

Protein: chicken thighs
Vegetables/Fruit: zucchini
Fat: olive oil
Flavor: lemon, garlic, herbs, salt, pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Toss zucchini with olive oil and seasoning; roast 12–15 min.

3. Season chicken and roast or pan-sear until internal temp reaches 165°F.

4. Finish with lemon and herbs.

How to Use This Recipe With Your Macros

• Protein: ~38 g per serving (~1.25–1.5 protein units)

• Carbs: vegetables only; no starch included

• Fat: increase olive oil for higher calorie or keto-style days

Macro Scaling Examples

• Fat loss: 1 serving, no starch

• Maintenance: 1 serving + optional starch unit

• High volume: add rice or potatoes on training days

Strategy Variations

• Mediterranean: add olives or feta