Description
This Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a flavorful and easy dinner option perfect for weeknight meals. It combines tender chicken with fresh zucchini and Mediterranean spices for a delightful family dinner or baked chicken zucchini recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 medium zucchinis sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- 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
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese or feta for a Mediterranean touch
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Set the oven to 375°F 190°C and lightly coat a 9×13 inch baking pan with olive oil.
- Combine chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, garlic, olive oil, and Mediterranean spices in a large bowl and toss until all pieces are evenly spiced.
- Transfer the mixture evenly into the prepared pan and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top.
- Cover the pan with foil and cook in the oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is browned and bubbling and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F 75°C.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm alongside rice quinoa or crusty bread.
Notes
- Cut vegetables evenly – Ensures even cooking
- Use fresh herbs if possible – Enhances Mediterranean flavors
- Don’t overbake – Prevents the chicken from drying out
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: DINNER
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: AMERICAN
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320