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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

This Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake combines juicy chicken with vibrant vegetables for a delicious and healthy dinner option.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Vegetables
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each
  • 2 medium zucchinis sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 piece red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 1 piece lemon cut into wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • bowls
  • Measuring Spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). In a small bowl, mix together the oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season them generously with the herb mixture on all sides.
  3. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, arrange the seasoned chicken breasts, leaving space between each piece.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss the zucchini rounds, cherry tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and olives with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with a little salt and pepper.
  5. Arrange the vegetable mixture around and between the chicken pieces in the baking dish. Do not pile vegetables on top of the chicken.
  6. Bake for 30-32 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and the vegetables are tender with golden-brown edges.
  7. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top and return to the oven for another 3-5 minutes, until the cheese is warmed through and slightly softened.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 18g

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to customize vegetables or seasonings according to your taste preferences.

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