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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe
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This Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a flavorful and easy one-pan meal that combines tender chicken with zesty vegetables and savory feta cheese. It’s a perfect dish for a wholesome weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)

Vegetables:

  • 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into half-moons)
  • 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 small red onion (sliced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Seasoning and Extras:

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook Chicken: Brown the chicken in a skillet, then set aside.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, cook zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and garlic with seasonings.
  4. Combine and Bake: Transfer vegetables to the baking dish, add chicken, top with tomatoes, feta, and olives. Bake for 20–25 minutes.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a lower-fat version, reduce the feta cheese or omit the olives.
  • Serve over couscous, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.

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