Description
A cozy and comforting Chicken Zucchini Bake filled with tender chicken, earthy zucchini, richness of cream, and gooey cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups zucchini, sliced
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Chicken and Zucchini: In a large baking dish, combine the diced chicken, sliced zucchini, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Add the Cream: Pour the heavy cream over the top, ensuring it coats the ingredients.
- Cheese It Up: Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the mixture.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil: Add a drizzle of olive oil over the cheese.
- Bake Away: Pop the dish in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked and the cheese is golden brown.
- Serve and Savor: Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead options and various cheese substitutions can enhance the dish. Avoid overcrowding for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, zucchini, bake, casserole, comfort food