Description
Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a delightful one-pan meal that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your dinner table. This dish combines succulent chicken breasts with tender zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, all topped with melted mozzarella cheese. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering a healthy balance of nutrients while being incredibly easy to prepare. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can have this wholesome casserole ready to bake, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal with loved ones. With its savory taste and colorful presentation, this Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large zucchini, sliced
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the zucchini into thin rounds, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with this mixture.
- Layer half of the sliced zucchini at the bottom of a baking dish. Place the seasoned chicken on top, followed by a layer of sliced tomatoes.
- Sprinkle diced onions over the tomatoes and top everything with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow it to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of the bake (213g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg