Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Chicken, zucchini, tomatoes, and cheese baked together for a deliciously vibrant Mediterranean-style dinner.
# Ingredients List:
→ Chicken and Vegetables
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Mediterranean Seasoning
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
→ Topping
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or crumbled feta cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
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In a large bowl, combine chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic with olive oil, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
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Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
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Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until cheese is golden and bubbly and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
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Remove from oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm. Pair with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread as desired.
# Extra Information:
01 -
Cut vegetables to uniform size for even cooking.
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Use fresh herbs where possible for enhanced flavors.
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Avoid overbaking to maintain juicy chicken texture.