Chicken zucchini bake is a flavorful and nutritious low-carb dish that combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and aromatic herbs and spices. This satisfying bake is perfect for a healthy and delicious dinner option. In this recipe, we’ll guide you through creating a mouthwatering chicken zucchini bake that will please your taste buds while keeping your carb intake in check.
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 medium zucchini, sliced into half moons
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, onion, garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated in the herb mixture.
Arrange the vegetable mixture around the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts, so ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the baking dish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, before serving.
Serve the chicken zucchini bake hot, allowing each person to have a chicken breast alongside a generous portion of the flavorful zucchini and bell pepper mixture.
Enjoy the delicious combination of tender chicken and flavorful vegetables in this low-carb chicken zucchini bake. It’s a satisfying and healthy option that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.
Note: You can add a sprinkle of shredded cheese on top of the chicken breasts during the last 5 minutes of baking for a cheesy twist. Additionally, feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices to suit your taste preferences.
