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Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe

Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe for a Wholesome Dinner

This Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe transforms simple ingredients into a high-protein delight that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups Zucchini Diced; or yellow squash for variation
  • 1 medium Onion Diced; shallots make a great alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Plus extra for garnish
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin Adjust for bolder flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can substitute
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste; essential for seasoning
For Garnishing
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Herbs (Cilantro or Parsley) Chopped; or basil for variation
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Or quinoa/couscous as substitutes

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • colander
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken, zucchini, and onion.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the mixture, add garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  4. Drain moisture from zucchini by salting it and letting it sit in a colander for 15 minutes, then pat dry.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and zucchini is tender.
  7. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a golden crust.
  8. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm over rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 32gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure uniform cuts for even cooking. Optionally marinate chicken for deeper flavor, and do not overcrowd the baking dish.

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