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High Protein Chicken Zucchini Bake


  • Author: mia-harper
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A nutritious and delicious dish featuring tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and melted cheese, perfect for a healthy diet.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups bite-sized cooked chicken
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley or basil, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine oregano, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken pieces in the spice mixture until coated.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, searing chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Remove from skillet.
  4. Add onion to the skillet and sauté for 3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and Greek yogurt, lightly seasoning with salt and pepper. Return chicken to skillet.
  6. Layer half of the zucchini in the baking dish, followed by half of the chicken-onion mix, half of the yogurt-egg mix, and half of the mozzarella and Parmesan. Repeat layers.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, feel free to mix in other vegetables or adjust the seasonings as desired.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 335
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg