Description
A simple and hearty one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, crisp zucchini, and melty cheese, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the chicken pieces, zucchini slices, diced red onion, minced garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Transfer the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F and zucchini is tender.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, zucchini, bake, one-pan, family dinner