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Chicken Zucchini Bake

Chicken Zucchini Bake for a Quick Healthy Family Dinner

A quick and healthy Chicken Zucchini Bake packed with Mediterranean flavors that's perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Lean protein base
  • 2 medium zucchini Fresh, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1 medium red onion Thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can swap with avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano Essential for Mediterranean flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil Fragrant herb
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Subtle smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for spice
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese Shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • Aluminum Foil
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, zucchini, tomatoes, onion, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with spices. Toss to coat.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  4. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Let it rest for a few minutes before garnishing with parsley and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients matter for best flavor; consider assembling ahead of time for meal prep.

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