Servings: 4–6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: ~40 minutes
Quick Description
This Cheesy Chicken Zucchini Bake is a healthy, savory dish packed with vegetables, protein, and melted cheese. Shredded zucchini is mixed with eggs and flour to create a soft base, then loaded with sautéed chicken, peppers, onions, and garlic. Finished with melted cheddar on top, it bakes into a delicious meal that’s satisfying and full of flavor—perfect as a light dinner or healthy comfort food.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 3 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 1 chicken fillet, diced
- 3 bell peppers (any color), diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 120 g cheddar cheese, grated
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
1. Prepare the Zucchini
Grate the zucchini and place it in a bowl.
Sprinkle lightly with salt and let it sit for 5 minutes, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel or paper towels.
2. Make the Zucchini Base
In a bowl combine:
- grated zucchini
- eggs
- flour
- salt
- black pepper
Mix well until combined.
3. Cook the Chicken and Vegetables
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add:
- diced onions
- minced garlic
Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Add diced chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until browned.
Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for another 3–4 minutes.
Season with:
- cumin
- red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper
Remove from heat.
4. Assemble the Dish
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a baking dish.
Spread the zucchini mixture evenly in the dish as the base.
Add the chicken and vegetable mixture on top.
Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese evenly over everything.
5. Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese melts and the top becomes golden.
6. Garnish and Serve
Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
Serve warm.
Tips & Variations
Low-Carb Version
Replace flour with almond flour.
Extra Protein
Add cottage cheese or mozzarella.
Spicy Version
Add jalapeños or extra chili flakes.
Vegetarian Option
Replace chicken with mushrooms or chickpeas.
