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Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake - A Flavorful Delight

Discover the Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake, a healthy, low-carb dish that combines chicken, zucchini, and tomatoes in a single meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium zucchini fresh, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium red onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For the Topping
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chicken is cooked through.
  5. Let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and uniform cutting for even cooking. Meal prep tip: Assemble in advance and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

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