Name: Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 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)

Description

This Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and Mediterranean spices, topped with a cheesy finish. A perfect one-dish meal for any day of the week!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken & Vegetables:

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

For the Mediterranean Seasoning:

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)

For the Topping:

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or feta for a Mediterranean touch)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
Season the Chicken & Vegetables
In a large bowl, toss chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic with olive oil and Mediterranean seasoning. Mix well to evenly coat everything with the spices.
Assemble the Bake
Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
Bake the Dish
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C internal temperature).
Serve & Enjoy!
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm. Pair with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread for a complete meal!

Notes

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Mediterranean, Chicken, Zucchini, Bake, Easy, Cheesy, Flavorful