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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake for a Flavorful Twist

A delicious Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake that captures fresh summer flavors in a healthy, gluten-free one-pan meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts skinless, boneless
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Zucchini fresh
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for tossing vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic. Add olive oil, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish, ensuring chicken pieces have enough room.
  5. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  8. Let it cool slightly, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized by swapping out vegetables or using different cheese varieties.

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