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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake: 7 Steps to Delight

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake
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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a healthy, gluten-free one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 piece lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan or crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large bowl, season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of the dried herbs. Pound chicken to an even thickness.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine zucchini, garlic, remaining olive oil, lemon juice, and zest. Toss with rest of herbs and season to taste.
  4. Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and spread the zucchini mixture around it.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle cheese over the dish and return to oven until melted and golden.
  7. Allow the dish to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used for a richer taste.
  • Yellow squash or eggplant can substitute zucchini.
  • Fresh garlic is preferred for better flavor.
  • Fresh lemon juice and zest enhance the dish.
  • Marjoram or thyme can replace oregano.
  • Fresh basil can be used instead of dried.
  • Fresh thyme can replace dried thyme.
  • Goat cheese can be used instead of Parmesan or feta.

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