Name: Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 medium zucchinis sliced into half-moons; 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved; 0.5 red onion thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for greasing dish; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 0.5 teaspoon dried basil; 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat; 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or feta for mediterranean touch; 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Description

Enjoy the Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake, a delightful dish packed with tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and mouthwatering cheeses. Perfect for a quick, healthy dinner or a comforting meal, this recipe combines essential ingredients into a flavorful bake that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.

Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
2 medium zucchinis sliced into half-moons
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
0.5 red onion thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for greasing dish
1 teaspoon dried oregano
0.5 teaspoon dried basil
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or feta for mediterranean touch
0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
In a large bowl, mix the chicken pieces, sliced zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion, and minced garlic.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the mixture and add oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Toss to coat evenly.
Evenly spread the chicken and vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Take it out of the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Serve warm alongside rice, quinoa, pita bread, or a fresh salad.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Feel free to swap cheese types according to your preference.
This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 75mg