Savory Chicken Zucchini Bake for Easy Weeknight Dinners

This Chicken Zucchini Bake combines tender chicken and zucchini for a perfect weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bake

1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts choose organic for better flavor
2 medium Zucchini diced to uniform size
1 medium Onion yellow or red for richer flavor
2 tablespoons Olive Oil or substitute with avocado oil
3 cloves Garlic fresh or pre-minced
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or use regular paprika
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or use fresh for more vibrancy
to taste Salt and Black Pepper

For Serving

2 cups Cooked Rice or Quinoa quinoa is a gluten-free option
Fresh Cilantro or Parsley chop finely for garnish

Equipment

9x13 baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish with olive oil.
Combine chicken, zucchini, and onion in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle with olive oil, add garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; mix well.
Optional: Let zucchini sit for 15 minutes to drain excess moisture.
Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a caramelized finish.
Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving over rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cut chicken and zucchini into uniformly sized pieces for even cooking. Consider draining zucchini to enhance texture. Marinate chicken for extra flavor if desired.

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