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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake – Flavorful & Healthy Dinner

Experience the flavors of the Mediterranean with this satisfying and low-carb Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or swap for thighs for a juicier bite
For the Zucchini Mixture
  • 2 medium Zucchini or substitute with yellow squash or eggplant
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil use high-quality oil for best taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 whole Lemon use both zest and juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano add more with fresh herbs for enhanced flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • to taste Salt for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper for seasoning
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Parmesan or Feta Cheese or goat cheese as an alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of your dried herbs.
  3. Combine thinly sliced zucchini, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and remaining herbs in a mixing bowl, tossing to coat.
  4. Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in the center of the baking dish and surround them with the zucchini mixture.
  5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, ensuring the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the zucchini is tender.
  6. In the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle cheese over the top and return to the oven to melt.
  7. Let the dish rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing the chicken and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider assembling the dish the night before for convenience. Use quality olive oil for better flavor.

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