Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a healthy and flavorful one-pan dish packed with lean chicken, fresh vegetables, and a blend of Mediterranean spices, all topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. It’s simple to make, light on ingredients, and perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner. Whether you’re craving something flavorful and wholesome or looking for a low-carb option, this dish checks all the boxes.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces (for chicken & vegetables)
2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons (for chicken & vegetables)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (for chicken & vegetables)
½ red onion, thinly sliced (for chicken & vegetables)
2 cloves garlic, minced (for chicken & vegetables)
2 tablespoons olive oil (for chicken & vegetables)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (for Mediterranean seasoning)
½ teaspoon dried basil (for Mediterranean seasoning)
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (for Mediterranean seasoning)
½ teaspoon salt (for Mediterranean seasoning)
¼ teaspoon black pepper (for Mediterranean seasoning)
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat) (for Mediterranean seasoning)
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or feta for a Mediterranean touch) (for topping)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and minced garlic with olive oil and the Mediterranean seasoning (oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using). Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated with the spices.
- Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the chicken and vegetables.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the bake from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm and pair with your choice of rice, quinoa, or crusty bread for a complete meal!
Notes
- Feel free to add other Mediterranean vegetables like bell peppers, olives, or artichokes for more flavor and color.
- Try using feta cheese instead of mozzarella for an even more Mediterranean flavor.
- For extra protein and fiber, you can add chickpeas or cannellini beans to the bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
