Easy Chicken Zucchini Bake Recipe – Creamy One-Pan Cheesy Family Dinner
Chicken Zucchini Bake is a creamy, cheesy one-dish meal made with tender chicken, fresh zucchini, tomatoes, and Italian herbs. Baked until golden and bubbly, it’s a simple, healthy, and comforting dinner perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix chicken, zucchini, tomatoes, mozzarella, cream cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish with olive oil.
- Spread mixture evenly into the dish.
- Top with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until zucchini is tender and cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let rest slightly before serving and garnish with basil if desired.
Notes
- Stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Add red pepper flakes for heat.
- You can add mushrooms, spinach, or other vegetables for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg