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Deliciously baked chicken and zucchini served on a plate.

Chicken Zucchini Bake

This Chicken Zucchini Bake is an easy, creamy casserole that combines chicken, zucchini, and cheese for a wholesome family meal in one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups zucchini, sliced
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or cream of chicken soup
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • Olive oil for greasing
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping) Use for a crunchy topping if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a greased baking dish, combine the sliced zucchini and diced chicken.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the heavy cream (or cream of chicken soup), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken and zucchini.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top.
  5. If using breadcrumbs, sprinkle them on top of the cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the zucchini is tender.
Serving
  1. Let the bake rest for 5 minutes after taking it from the oven.
  2. Serve warm on plates. Add a green salad or steamed rice on the side, or place on a bed of cooked pasta.
Storage
  1. Cool the casserole to room temperature. Cover with foil or place in an airtight container.
  2. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warm, or use a microwave for shorter times.
  3. To freeze, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

Notes

Cut chicken and zucchini into similar sizes for even cooking. Pat zucchini dry if very wet to avoid a watery bake. Use cooked chicken for a quicker bake time. Adding a mix of cheeses or herbs before serving can enhance flavor.