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Chicken Zucchini Bake: A Delicious, Healthy Recipe!

A delicious and healthy Chicken Zucchini Bake recipe that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 medium zucchinis sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sliced zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Drizzle with olive oil and toss until everything is well coated.
  3. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for a few hours before cooking.
  • You can substitute the zucchini with other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for a different twist.

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