Deliciously Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake
This Chicken Zucchini Bake is a comforting dish with tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and gooey cheese, perfect for any gathering or a cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Chicken Breasts, Diced
- 2 Medium Zucchinis, Sliced
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheese (Mozzarella or Cheddar)
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- Fresh Parsley for Garnish (Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken by heating olive oil in a skillet. Add diced chicken, season, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Slice the zucchinis into thin rounds.
- Combine the cooked chicken and sliced zucchini in a large mixing bowl.
- Layer the mixture in a greased baking dish.
- Add shredded cheese generously over the top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
This dish reheats beautifully and is perfect for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Zucchini Bake, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Baked Chicken, Zucchini Recipes