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Chicken Zucchini Bake

Satisfying Chicken Zucchini Bake for Quick Comfort Food

This Chicken Zucchini Bake is a warm, comforting dish that combines tender chicken and zucchini, topped with gooey cheese, perfect for quick dinners.
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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: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts Consider using thighs for extra flavor.
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds Fresh zucchini is essential for the best texture.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can be swapped with mozzarella for a different twist.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can be replaced with canola or avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh minced garlic is a great substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Feel free to use individual herbs like oregano and basil.
  • Salt and pepper Adjust to fit your palate.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice your zucchini into even rounds, about ¼ inch thick.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced zucchini with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then toss well.
  4. Grease your baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray, then layer the seasoned zucchini at the bottom.
  5. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts on top of the seasoned zucchini.
  6. Generously cover the chicken and zucchini with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 460mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish not only tastes amazing fresh but also keeps well as leftovers, making it a perfect weekday meal option.

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