Description
Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a wholesome, flavorful one-pan meal made with juicy chicken cutlets, fresh zucchini, tomatoes, and melty cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s quick, easy, and full of vibrant Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut horizontally into 4 cutlets
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp instant chicken stock (optional)
2 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried)
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
½ onion, chopped
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Warm your oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
- Season the Chicken: Rub the chicken cutlets with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, instant chicken stock (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Arrange in the Dish: Lay the seasoned chicken in a baking dish. Scatter onion, zucchini slices, and chopped tomatoes over the top. Drizzle with olive oil and lightly season the vegetables.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
- Bake: Cook uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. For a golden, bubbly finish, broil for an extra 2–3 minutes.
- Rest & Garnish: Let the dish rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Top with fresh parsley and enjoy with rice, couscous, or cauliflower rice.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165ºF (74ºC).
Add cayenne for a spicy kick.
Great with extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet with vegetables
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 35g