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Chicken Zucchini Bake with Blistered Tomatoes and Melted Mozzarella

This Chicken Zucchini Bake features golden-seared chicken, tender zucchini rounds, and blistered cherry tomatoes under a blanket of toasted mozzarella. A healthy, low-carb dinner that is high in protein and bursting with rustic Mediterranean flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast cut into 1-inch cubes (680g)
  • 3 medium Zucchini sliced into 1/4 inch rounds (500g)
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes whole (300g)
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded low-moisture (225g)
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil divided (45ml)
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt (5g)
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder (5g)
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano (2g)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley finely chopped (4g)
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper freshly cracked (2g)

Equipment

  • 1 Rectangular ceramic baking dish 9x13 inch preferred
  • 1 12-inch Skillet Cast iron or stainless steel for best sear

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken cubes dry with paper towels. Slice zucchini into uniform rounds.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes and sear for 3-4 minutes until a deep golden-brown crust forms. Remove from heat.
  3. In a rectangular ceramic dish, combine seared chicken, zucchini rounds, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil and season with salt, garlic powder, and oregano.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the zucchini is tender and cherry tomatoes have slightly burst.
  5. Top with shredded mozzarella. Broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese shows toasted golden bubbles and dark spots.
  6. Sprinkle generously with fresh parsley and freshly cracked black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalProtein: 39gFat: 22gFiber: 2g

Notes

Pat the chicken cubes dry to ensure a proper golden-brown sear.
Watch the broiler closely to prevent the cheese from burning beyond the 'toasted spot' stage.
Keyword chicken casserole,Chicken Zucchini Bake,Low Carb Dinner

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