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Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe

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This Chicken Zucchini Bake is a simple and flavorful one-dish meal featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts baked alongside fresh zucchini slices and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. It’s an easy, healthy dinner option perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning, divided

Vegetables & Seasoning

  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ½ inch rounds
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning to infuse the meat with Mediterranean flavor.
  3. Arrange Chicken and Zucchini: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and arrange the zucchini slices evenly around the chicken for a balanced bake.
  4. Add Olive Oil and Seasonings: Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and zucchini, then sprinkle the garlic powder and the remaining Italian seasoning evenly on top to enhance the aroma and taste.
  5. Top with Cheese: Generously cover the chicken and vegetables with shredded mozzarella cheese to create a deliciously gooey topping once baked.
  6. Bake Until Done: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and turns golden brown, indicating it is fully cooked.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is safely cooked through.
  • You can substitute mozzarella with provolone or cheddar for a different flavor.
  • For a low-carb option, this dish is naturally gluten-free and low in carbohydrates.
  • Let the dish rest 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

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