Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Bake recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken with a variety of Mediterranean ingredients, topped with a cheesy finish. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 lbs. chicken breast (boneless and skinless (2 chicken breasts))
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Vegetables:
- 1 zucchini (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
- 1/2 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 1/3 cup kalamata olives (pitted)
- 1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers (thinly sliced)
Cheese and Garnish:
- 1/2 cup mozzarella (grated)
- 1/2 cup feta (crumbled)
- 1 Tbsp fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Prepare Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts horizontally, drizzle with 1 Tbsp of olive oil, and season with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble: Transfer the chicken to a 9×13-inch baking dish, top with vegetables, season again, and drizzle with remaining olive oil.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle feta and mozzarella over the top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Broil: Optionally broil for 2-3 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the dish to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side of couscous or a fresh green salad.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables to your preference, such as adding bell peppers or eggplant.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Chicken Bake, Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner Recipe, Mediterranean Cuisine
