Baked Chicken and Okra

Ingredients

• 1 lb. chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 lb. okra, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, okra, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix together until chicken and okra are well coated.
3. Transfer chicken and okra to a greased baking dish. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and okra is lightly browned and crispy.
4. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Okra is a member of the mallow family, and is related to cotton and hibiscus.
• Okra is a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants.
• Baking is a healthy and low-fat way to cook chicken.