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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake: A Healthy, Flavorful One-Pan Meal

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The Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a wholesome, flavorful dish perfect for family meals or casual gatherings. Combining tender chicken, fresh zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, this bake delivers a light yet satisfying Mediterranean experience. Quick, easy, and customizable, it is a healthy option that everyone will enjoy.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 500g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced thinly
  • 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 50g grated cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
  2. Wash and slice the zucchini, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the red bell pepper.
  3. In a bowl, coat chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add a small amount of olive oil, and sauté the chicken for 5–7 minutes until lightly browned.
  5. In a separate bowl, toss zucchini, tomatoes, and bell pepper with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  6. Layer the sautéed chicken and vegetables in a baking dish, finishing with a vegetable layer on top.
  7. Optionally, sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
  9. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Customize with additional vegetables like olives, artichokes, or spinach.

Adjust herbs to taste for stronger or milder Mediterranean flavor.

For a lighter option, skip the cheese topping.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30