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Chicken Zucchini Bake

Cheesy Chicken Zucchini Bake: A Comforting Weeknight Winner

This Cheesy Chicken Zucchini Bake is a comforting, gluten-free dish that combines tender chicken and vibrant zucchini with a bubbly layer of melted cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts Ensure freshness for optimal flavor.
For the Zucchini
  • 2 medium Zucchini (sliced into rounds) Fresh zucchini is preferred over frozen to avoid mushiness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can be substituted with avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for a stronger taste.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Feel free to use dried or fresh herbs.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Can be substituted with mozzarella or dairy-free cheese.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. Slice the fresh zucchini into ¼ inch rounds for even cooking. Arrange the slices on a cutting board.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced zucchini with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until well-coated.
  4. Arrange the seasoned zucchini rounds in the greased baking dish and layer the boneless skinless chicken breasts on top.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chicken breasts.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider marinating the chicken for 30 minutes before baking to enhance flavor. Use a meat thermometer to check chicken doneness at 165°F.

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