Description
Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a vibrant and wholesome dish that combines succulent chicken, fresh zucchini, and colorful vegetables, all infused with aromatic herbs and topped with creamy feta cheese. This easy-to-make bake is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, allowing you to savor the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with minimal effort. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this tasty and visually appealing meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thick rounds
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper; place them in the baking dish.
- Layer sliced zucchini, bell peppers, and halved cherry tomatoes over the chicken.
- In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, olive oil, and oregano; drizzle this mixture over the layered chicken and veggies.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and vegetables are tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg