Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake
Discover the joy of weeknight cooking with this Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake. This vibrant dish combines tender chicken breasts with fresh zucchini, juicy tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all baked to perfection in a single dish. Perfect for busy evenings or family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also nutritious. It’s a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean while keeping your meals healthy and satisfying. Serve it as the main attraction or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal. With easy cleanup and customizable ingredients, this bake will quickly become a staple in your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large zucchini
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice zucchini into rounds, dice onion, and mince garlic.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper; rub over chicken.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the zucchini, place seasoned chicken on top, and add tomato slices.
- Spread onion over tomatoes, top with cheese and sprinkle basil.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg