Best Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe
This Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a flavorful and easy one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic Mediterranean spices, all topped with a cheesy finish. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner that is both satisfying and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Vegetables:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Mediterranean Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
For the Topping:
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or feta for a Mediterranean touch)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Season the Chicken & Vegetables
In a large bowl, toss chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic with olive oil and Mediterranean seasoning. Mix well to evenly coat everything with the spices.
- Assemble the Bake
Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake the Dish
Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through (165°F/75°C internal temperature).
- Serve & Enjoy!
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm. Pair with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread for a complete meal!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, Chicken, Zucchini, Bake, One-Pan, Easy, Flavorful, Weeknight Dinner
