Description
Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that transports you to the sun-soaked Mediterranean coast. Featuring tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and colorful cherry tomatoes, this one-pan meal combines the essence of Mediterranean cuisine with ease of preparation. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this bake is not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it a delightful centerpiece for any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the baking dish.
- Scatter the sliced zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper; pour over the chicken and vegetables.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving hot over rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg