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Best Mediterranean Chicken Bake

Savor the Best Mediterranean Chicken Bake for a Healthy Feast

Discover the Best Mediterranean Chicken Bake, a flavorful and healthy recipe perfect for dinner and meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with chickpeas or tofu for vegetarian option
  • 2 cups Zucchini Firm; yellow squash can be used
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Diced bell peppers make a great substitute
  • 1 medium Red Onion Yellow or white onions work as well
  • 4 cloves Garlic Adjust to taste or swap for garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin is best, canola oil is an alternative
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded; feta cheese can be added for tang
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Any fresh herb like basil can be substituted

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
  4. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
  7. Let cool slightly, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be assembled the night before for easy baking.

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