🍗 Chicken Zucchini Bake
🌿 Description
Tender pieces of chicken are baked with fresh zucchini in a creamy, garlicky sauce, topped with melted cheese. It’s a simple one-dish meal that’s hearty yet light.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cream or half cream + milk
- ½ cup grated mozzarella or cheddar
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: chili flakes or fresh herbs
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven
Set to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish. - Sauté base
Heat oil in a pan. Cook onion until soft, then add garlic and cook briefly. - Add zucchini
Sauté zucchini for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender. - Mix filling
In a bowl, combine chicken, sautéed veggies, cream, seasoning, salt, and pepper. - Assemble
Transfer mixture to baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top. - Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden. - Rest & serve
Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before serving.
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcook zucchini—it softens more in the oven.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for extra veggies.
- For a crispy topping, add breadcrumbs or extra cheese.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with rice, pasta, or crusty bread
- Pair with a fresh green salad
- Great for meal prep and leftovers
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make it low-carb?
Yes—skip breadcrumbs and keep it as is, or add more veggies.
Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes, bake first, cool completely, then freeze. Reheat when needed.
Q: Can I use raw chicken?
Yes, but cut small and increase baking time to ensure it cooks fully.
Q: Can I make it lighter?
Use milk instead of cream and reduce cheese slightly.
