Description
This Chicken Zucchini Bake is a delicious and healthy weeknight meal featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with a medley of fresh vegetables and topped with melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs and baked to bubbly perfection, it’s a low-carb, gluten-free casserole that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ small red onion, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Cheeses and Garnish
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the casserole evenly.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces along with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is browned and almost cooked through.
- Combine Vegetables and Chicken: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped zucchini, red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes. Add the cooked chicken to the bowl and toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Assemble the Bake: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Transfer the chicken and vegetable mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 18–22 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbling with a golden top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh basil or parsley over the top. Serve the bake warm for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Notes
- For added heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the casserole before baking.
- You can add cooked rice or quinoa to the vegetable and chicken mixture for a heartier, more filling dish.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for an easy next-day meal.
