Description

This High Protein Chicken Zucchini Bake is warm, comforting, and packed with flavor. With tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and a golden cheesy topping, it’s the ultimate weeknight dinner that’s both wholesome and satisfying. Perfect for low-carb eaters, busy families, or meal-prep enthusiasts, this dish is proof that healthy food doesn’t have to be boring. Serve it fresh out of the oven for a cozy fall dinner or prep it ahead for easy weekday meals.

Ingredients

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1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
2 tbsp grated Parmesan

Fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chicken until lightly browned (5 minutes). Add garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Layer zucchini slices and browned chicken in the baking dish.
Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and cheese is golden and bubbly.

Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme before serving.

Notes

Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra veggies.

Swap chicken with ground turkey or lean beef for variety.

For a lighter version, reduce cheese and add a sprinkle of nutritional yeast.