Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken Zucchini Bake, a delicious one-dish meal that brings together juicy chicken, tender zucchini, and gooey mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas that will impress everyone at the table. With just 15 minutes of preparation and minimal cleanup, you can enjoy a wholesome meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Feel free to customize it with your favorite seasonal vegetables for even more variety!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ½ inch rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning.
- Arrange chicken in the baking dish surrounded by zucchini slices.
- Drizzle olive oil over everything and sprinkle with garlic powder and remaining seasoning.
- Top generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 130mg