Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, all baked to perfection with a cheesy topping. A perfect weeknight dinner option for the whole family!
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Vegetables:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
The Mediterranean Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
The Topping:
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or feta for a Mediterranean touch)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Season the Chicken & Vegetables
In a large bowl, toss chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic with olive oil and Mediterranean seasoning. Mix well to evenly coat everything with the spices.
- Assemble the Bake
Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake the Dish
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C internal temperature).
- Serve & Enjoy!
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm. Pair with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread for a complete meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
