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Sophia Ramirez

Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake (Easy Healthy Weeknight Dinner)

A high-protein, low-carb Mediterranean-inspired baked dish combining tender chicken, crisp zucchini, and garlic-oregano seasoning. Perfect for keto or clean eating, this one-pan recipe delivers bold Aegean flavors in 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 3 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 oz grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 oz shredded mozzarella cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  2. Pat zucchini slices dry with paper towels and place in a single layer on a baking sheet
  3. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano
  4. Drizzle olive oil over zucchini and chicken
  5. Layer chicken breasts on top of zucchini slices
  6. Sprinkle Parmesan evenly over chicken then add mozzarella
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and edges are golden

Notes

Thin zucchini slices and patting them dry prevents sogginess
Use fresh thyme or basil as an oregano substitute
For extra protein, add hemp seeds or pine nuts to the cheese topping
Let rest 5 minutes before serving to retain juices