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Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

The Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake You'll Love!

Enjoy the Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake, a flavorful one-pan dish made with juicy chicken, tender zucchini, and aromatic herbs.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake, chicken bake, Easy Dinner, healthy dinner, one-pan meal, zucchini recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large bowl

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Vegetables

  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure tenderness and juiciness.
  • 2 medium Zucchini Fresh, avoid frozen.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Regular tomatoes can work too.
  • 1 medium Red onion Can substitute with yellow or white onion.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferred.

For Flavoring

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil Fresh is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika can replace it.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional.

For the Topping

  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Feta cheese is an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Can substitute with basil.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with olive oil.
  • Combine chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic in a large bowl.
  • Spread the mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
  • Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese generously on top.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley right before serving.
  • Serve warm alongside rice, quinoa, or crusty bread.

Notes

For added flavor, drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg