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Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake

Simple & Tasty Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake for Busy Nights

Enjoy this Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake, a nutritious one-dish meal packed with protein, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium zucchinis Diced
  • 1 medium onion Diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin recommended
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika High-quality recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Fresh can be substituted
  • Salt To taste
  • Black pepper To taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley Chopped, for garnish
  • 2 cups cooked rice For serving

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cut chicken, diced zucchinis, and diced onion.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and add minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly in a single layer.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, checking for chicken to reach 165°F internal temperature.
  6. Remove from oven, garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve over warm cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze individual portions for later.

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