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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake – Healthy, Flavorful & Easy

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A healthy and flavorful one-pan Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake loaded with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and gooey cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners, ready in just about 35 minutes.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 medium zucchinis, sliced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

½ red onion, sliced

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

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces if desired), zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and minced garlic.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano, basil, paprika, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well to coat.
  5. Spread the seasoned mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes, until cheese is golden and chicken is fully cooked.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Add bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for more vegetables.
  • Use boneless chicken thighs for a juicier result.
  • To make it low-dairy, omit cheese or use dairy-free cheese.
  • To increase heat, add more red pepper flakes or cayenne.
  • Skip tomatoes and add more zucchini or cauliflower for low-carb option.
  • Not recommended for freezing due to water content in vegetables.
  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of bake
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg