Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake
This Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake combines tender chicken breasts, fresh vegetables, and a harmonious blend of spices, making it a delightful option for busy weeknights or leisurely family dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ pieces red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For greasing and mixing
Spices and cheese
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For extra heat
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese For topping
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken, zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic.
- Drizzle the mixture with olive oil, then add the dried oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss everything well.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for that irresistible cheesy finish.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
You can customize vegetables or spices to suit your family’s tastes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.