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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

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A one-pan Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake, combining tender chicken, fresh veggies, and melty cheeses for a comfort-filled meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 medium zucchini (fresh, avoid frozen)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground preferred)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and smoked paprika.
  3. Slice the zucchini into half-moons, chop the cherry tomatoes in half, and thinly slice the red onion.
  4. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and sliced red onion.
  5. Add the chopped zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the zucchini softens slightly.
  6. Create space in the skillet and nestle the spiced chicken breasts among the sautéed vegetables.
  7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese generously over the chicken and veggies.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  9. Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle fresh parsley on top.
  10. Serve the dish with a side of crusty bread or over a bed of farro or quinoa.

Notes

Use fresh zucchini for best results. Feel free to customize with other seasonal vegetables or different cheeses as desired.

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