Description
Discover the delightful Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake, a healthy and flavorful one-pan meal ready in just 35 minutes! This dish combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables and a cheesy topping for a satisfying dinner that fits perfectly into busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. The vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean shine through in every bite, making it not only delicious but also nutritious. With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, this baked dish is the ultimate solution for those seeking quick, wholesome meals without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons 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 your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic.
- Drizzle with olive oil and add seasonings; mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil; bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil; bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg