Description
This Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini recipe is a delicious and simple dish that combines tender chicken, flavorful zucchini, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken and Zucchini:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Topping:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Chicken and Zucchini: Place the chicken and zucchini in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly, then spread into an even layer.
- Bake: Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and return to bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, until cheese is melted and chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can add cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for extra color and flavor.
- For a low-carb meal, serve as is, or pair with quinoa or rice for a heartier dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
