Description
A simple, cozy weeknight meal with tender chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and melted mozzarella.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken dry and dice into bite-size pieces. Slice the zucchini and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, sliced zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Toss well.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish in a single layer. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top and return the dish to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a light green salad, cauliflower rice, or crusty bread. Garnish with fresh basil for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg