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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake for a Flavorful Dinner

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a quick, gluten-free, low-carb dinner packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into chunks
  • 2 medium zucchini sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil or Italian seasoning blend
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese or feta
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese or Pecorino Romano
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chunks of chicken and sliced zucchini. Drizzle olive oil over the top, then add minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Take a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread the chicken and zucchini mixture evenly across the base.
  4. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken and zucchini layer.
  5. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is melted and golden.
  6. Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until heated through.

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