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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake – Healthy, Flavorful & Easy!

A delicious and healthy baked chicken dish featuring fresh vegetables and Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables
  • 2 medium zucchinis sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ red onion red onion thinly sliced
Aromatics & Seasonings
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
Cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese or feta for a Mediterranean touch
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Toss chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, and spices in a bowl.
  3. Spread mixture in dish, top with cheeses, cover with foil, and bake 20 minutes.
  4. Remove foil, bake 10-15 minutes until golden and chicken is cooked through.
  5. Garnish with parsley and serve warm with rice, quinoa, or bread.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.