Description
This Chicken Zucchini Bake is a wholesome, protein-packed comfort dish combining tender chicken cubes, fresh zucchini, and mushrooms with gooey Italian cheese. Baked to perfection with a creamy, herby egg mixture, each serving is hearty yet balanced, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it delivers flavor and satisfaction.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces boneless chicken
- 4 ounces fresh mushrooms
- 1 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions
- 2 large or jumbo eggs, beaten
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized cubes.
- Slice the green onions, mushrooms, and zucchini. Cut zucchini into halves or quarters.
- Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken, zucchini, mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander.
- In a bowl, combine cheese, sour cream, green onions, beaten eggs, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Stir in cooked chicken, zucchini, and mushrooms until coated.
- Spray two 18.6-ounce baking dishes with non-stick spray.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the two dishes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Swap chicken with turkey or tofu for variation. Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter dish. Assemble ahead, refrigerate for up to 24 hours, and bake when needed, or store baked portions covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days. If watery, sauté zucchini longer or drain thoroughly. Ensure eggs are well-beaten for an even, creamy texture and avoid overbaking to prevent dryness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dish (~300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 225mg