Irresistibly Healthy Chicken Zucchini Bake: A Delicious Delight
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Chicken Zucchini Bake: A Delicious Healthy Delight! Featuring tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and gooey cheese, this one-dish meal is a must-try for any weeknight dinner.
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Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- large bowl
Ingredients
For the Bake
- 3 cups cooked chicken shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience
- 2 medium zucchinis sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or use cheddar or non-dairy cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
- 4 oz cream cheese can use low-fat or non-dairy
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning check for gluten-free options
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to your preference
- 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to your preference
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for greasing the dish
- ¼ cup fresh basil optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) for even cooking.
- Combine shredded chicken, sliced zucchinis, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, cream cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Grease your baking dish with olive oil.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the greased dish.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the zucchini is tender and cheese is bubbling.
- Cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil and serving.
Notes
This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables and proteins. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg