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Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake

A delightful bake combining tender chicken, fresh zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Pat dry for better searing
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced Sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Adds creaminess and flavor
  • 1/4 cup olives, sliced Use your favorite variety
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling
Seasoning Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Enhances Mediterranean flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Provides additional flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish Adds color and freshness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season them with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder.
  3. In a large baking dish, arrange the sliced zucchinis and halved cherry tomatoes evenly across the bottom.
Assembly
  1. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the zucchini and tomatoes.
  2. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sliced olives over the chicken.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil generously over everything.
Baking
  1. Place the baking dish in the oven and let it bake for about 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  2. Remove it from the oven, sprinkle fresh parsley on top, and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.