Soulful Chicken Ratatouille Delight

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided in half
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided in half
• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 2” pieces
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided in half
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, chopped