Description
A deliciously easy Chicken Zucchini Bake that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a cheesy topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin half-moons
- 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until cooked through and golden. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the onion and bell pepper for 2–3 minutes, then add garlic and zucchini. Cook until zucchini is just tender, about 5 more minutes. Season with the remaining Italian seasoning.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sautéed veggies, sour cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Mix well and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the bake is bubbling. If needed, broil for the last 2 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm as a standalone meal or with rice or crusty bread.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference.
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken before cooking.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg