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Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake

Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake

Discover the scrumptious Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake, a quick and healthy meal perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika plus extra for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • 2 cups cooked rice for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, and garlic; season with salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken mixture with diced zucchini and cilantro.
  4. Transfer to a greased baking dish, and top with breadcrumbs if desired.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  6. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving over cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20g

Notes

Customize this recipe by swapping chicken for turkey or tofu. Feel free to experiment with different spices and toppings.

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