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Overhead view of a Chicken Zucchini Bake showing the alternating layers of zucchini and seared chicken under melted cheese.

Chicken Zucchini Bake with Bubbly Mozzarella and Fresh Basil

This Chicken Zucchini Bake features golden-seared chicken breast and tender zucchini rounds baked under a layer of bubbly mozzarella. A healthy, low-carb dinner garnished with fresh basil and red pepper flakes for maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 3 medium zucchini sliced into rounds
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • to taste cracked black pepper and salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves whole leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 White rectangular ceramic baking dish
  • 1 Large Skillet For searing chicken

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a ceramic baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Season chicken chunks with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on the outside.
  3. Layer the seared chicken chunks and sliced zucchini rounds in the baking dish, alternating and overlapping them.
  4. Top with shredded mozzarella, red pepper flakes, and cracked black pepper.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly with golden toasted spots and zucchini is tender.
  6. Top with fresh whole basil leaves before serving.

Notes

Pat zucchini slices dry before layering to prevent excess moisture.
Use the broiler for 1-2 minutes if you want a deeper golden color on the cheese.