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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

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A delightful dish that fuses succulent chicken with vibrant vegetables, all baked to perfection with a cheesy topping, making it a perfect addition to your weekly meal rotation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ piece red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
Spices and seasonings
  • 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, for heat
Cheese and garnish
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese or feta for a Mediterranean touch
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  3. In a large bowl, toss chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic with olive oil and Mediterranean seasoning.
  4. Mix well to evenly coat everything with the spices.
  5. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
Baking
  1. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  2. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C internal temperature).
  3. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the dish in portions for up to 2 months.
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