Go Back
Top-down look at chicken pieces and zucchini slices arranged in a single layer, topped with melted cheddar cheese.

Chicken Zucchini Bake

Layered with seasoned zucchini rounds and chicken breasts, this bake is topped with melted cheddar cheese for a hearty 450-calorie meal.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chill Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 medium zucchini (cut into rounds) cut into rounds
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper (to taste) to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F:

    Set the oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat.

  • Cut zucchini into rounds:

    Cut the zucchini into even rounds roughly 1/4 inch thick.

  • Season zucchini mixture:

    Combine the zucchini slices in a large bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly coated.

  • Arrange chicken on zucchini:

    Transfer the seasoned zucchini to a greased baking dish. Lay the chicken breasts on top.

  • Top with cheddar cheese:

    Distribute the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chicken and zucchini.

  • Bake until chicken cooked:

    Bake for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is bubbly and golden.

  • Rest before serving:

    Take the dish out of the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Keyword chicken breast recipes healthy, chicken dinner recipes healthy, chicken healthy recipes, chicken recipes healthy, chicken zucchini bake, easy healthy chicken recipes, healthy chicken breast recipes, healthy chicken dinner recipes, healthy chicken recipes for dinner, healthy dinner recipes chicken