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Chicken Zucchini Bake

Savory Chicken Zucchini Bake: Quick Comfort Food Delight

This Chicken Zucchini Bake offers a quick and healthy family dinner with tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Thighs can be swapped for extra juiciness.
  • 2 cups Medium Zucchini Opt for fresh zucchini over frozen.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with mozzarella or dairy-free cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic for a stronger taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Use dried basil, oregano, and thyme if unavailable.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Introduce sweet veggies for added nutrition.
  • 1 cup Spinach Fold in for extra greens.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Wash the medium zucchini and slice it into ¼ inch rounds.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced zucchini with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Grease a baking dish with olive oil. Layer the seasoned zucchini evenly at the bottom, then add the chicken breasts on top.
  5. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken and zucchini.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Consider marinating the chicken for deeper flavors. Uniform zucchini slices ensure even cooking. Pair with a salad for a complete meal.

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