A comforting and creamy Chicken Zucchini Bake that combines tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and melted cheese for a nutritious and flavorful meal.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4servings
Equipment
Skillet
Mixing Bowl
Baking Dish
Ingredients
Ingredients
2cupscooked chicken, shredded
2mediumzucchinis, sliced
1smallonion, diced
1cupshredded mozzarella cheese
1/2cupgrated Parmesan cheese
2largeeggs
1/2cupsour cream or Greek yogurt
1teaspoongarlic powder
1/2teaspoondried oregano
Salt and pepper, to taste
Olive oil, for sautéing
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Drizzle a bit of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sliced zucchini. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes, just until they are slightly softened and the onion is translucent. Set aside.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked shredded chicken, the sautéed onions and zucchini, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), garlic powder, oregano, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
Step 3: Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with a little olive oil or nonstick spray. Pour the chicken and zucchini mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly. Smooth the top with a spoon or spatula.
Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the bake is golden and set. The cheese should be melted and bubbly, and the edges just starting to brown.
Step 5: Let the Chicken Zucchini Bake cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. This helps everything hold together nicely for serving.
Notes
Feel free to use rotisserie chicken for extra convenience or swap in yellow squash for some or all of the zucchini if needed. Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and flavor.