Name: Mediterranean-Style Chicken and Zucchini Bake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American (Mediterranean‑style)
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

A healthy, cheesy, and flavor-packed Mediterranean‑style chicken and zucchini bake—easy one‑dish meal perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

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)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13‑inch baking dish with olive oil.
In a large bowl, toss chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic with olive oil and Mediterranean seasoning (oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using).
Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
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).
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm—great with rice, quinoa, crusty bread, Greek salad, or pita and tzatziki.

Notes

Cut vegetables evenly to ensure even cooking.
Use fresh herbs if possible—enhances Mediterranean flavors.
Don’t overbake—prevents the chicken from drying out.
Leftovers keep in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or in microwave in 30‑second intervals.
Freeze in a freezer‑safe container up to 2 months; thaw in fridge overnight before reheating.
Variations: go dairy‑free by using dairy‑free cheese or omitting cheese; add bell peppers, mushrooms, or eggplant; or swap in chicken thighs for juicier results.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 of 4
Calories: 320 kcal