Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake: A Healthy One-Pan Delight

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a healthy one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and cheesy goodness.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bake

1 pound Chicken Breast diced
2 medium Zucchini sliced
1 pint Cherry Tomatoes halved
1 medium Red Onion chopped
3 cloves Minced Garlic fresh

For Drizzling & Flavoring

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Oregano
1 tablespoon Basil
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1 teaspoon Salt to taste
1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional

For the Topping

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
large mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease the baking dish with olive oil.
Combine chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle olive oil and add oregano, basil, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish.
Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese on top.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Let the dish rest for a few moments, then garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving.

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