Description
Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a delightful one-pan dish that combines tender chicken with fresh zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic spices. This healthy bake features a bubbly layer of cheese on top, providing the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s packed with nutrients and flavor, making it an ideal option for meal prep enthusiasts. Enjoy this vibrant dish alongside your favorite sides, and watch it become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into half-moons)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, zucchini, tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, and seasonings.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then remove foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg