Name: Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake – Healthy, Flavorful & Easy!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 medium zucchinis; 1 cup cherry tomatoes; ½ red onion; 2 cloves garlic; Olive oil; 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); ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese; ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Description

Discover the Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake – Healthy, Flavorful & Easy! This delightful one-pan dish combines juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and melty cheese for a quick meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, it’s a family-friendly recipe that’s both nutritious and satisfying. With every bite infused with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, this dish proves that healthy eating can be delicious. Serve it alone or alongside grains or crusty bread for a complete dinner that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 medium zucchinis
1 cup cherry tomatoes
½ red onion
2 cloves garlic
Olive oil
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)
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken pieces, zucchini slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and minced garlic.
Drizzle with olive oil and season with oregano, basil, paprika, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well.
Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 180g)
Calories: 330
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 690mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Customize your bake by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. For extra flavor, sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.