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Chicken Zucchini Bake

Ultimate Chicken Zucchini Bake for a Quick Dinner Delight

Discover the simplicity and flavor of this Chicken Zucchini Bake, a nutritious dinner option perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 4 minutes
Total Time 49 minutes
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 2 cups Zucchini Chopped
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For greasing and cooking
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • optional Fresh herbs (Cilantro or Parsley) For garnish
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked rice Can substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large 9x13 baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Chop the chicken breast, zucchini, and onion into roughly equal sizes and combine in a mixing bowl.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and add minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; toss to coat evenly.
  4. Optionally, place the zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for 15 minutes to reduce moisture.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly to avoid overcrowding.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Switch the oven to broil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes for a golden finish.
  8. Allow to rest for 3-4 minutes, garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot over cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, consider marinating the chicken in olive oil and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.

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