Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake. This healthy and cheesy dish brings together tender chicken, fresh zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and a medley of spices, all baked to perfection in just 35 minutes. It’s an ideal one-pan meal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, guaranteed to impress your family and friends. With its delightful combination of ingredients and minimal cleanup required, this recipe proves that wholesome cooking can be both quick and delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons 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 (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic. Add olive oil and spices; mix well.
- Spread mixture evenly in the baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is golden and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg