Description
Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a delightful one-pan meal that effortlessly combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and aromatic herbs into a dish bursting with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe offers a healthy option packed with protein and low in carbs. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy the vibrant Mediterranean flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.75 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or Italian cheese blend
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken and zucchini with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of the dish (about 300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 115mg