Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake
Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a vibrant, one-pan meal that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table in just 35 minutes. This healthy dish features tender chicken and fresh zucchini, topped with gooey cheese and aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it offers a delightful combination of taste and nutrition with minimal cleanup. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the satisfaction of a wholesome dinner that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons 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, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken breasts, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes; mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg