Baked Chicken and Zucchini Casserole with Tomato
Baked Chicken and Zucchini Casserole with Tomato is a deliciously satisfying dish that perfectly balances tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and juicy tomatoes, all topped with melted mozzarella cheese. This low-carb casserole is not only quick to prepare but also packed with protein, making it an excellent choice for family dinners or meal prep. In just under 40 minutes, you’ll have a flavorful meal that is sure to impress both family and friends. Enjoy the delightful layers of taste while keeping your nutrition goals in check!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small zucchini
- 1 medium tomato (diced)
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- dash garlic powder
- dash salt
- dash pepper
- ½ teaspoon basil
- ½ teaspoon oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Butterfly slice the chicken breasts into four thin pieces and season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, basil, and oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Brown the chicken slices for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- In the same pan, sauté the zucchini until soft; add diced tomato and herbs. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Place the browned chicken in a baking dish and pour the vegetable mixture over it.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. Add mozzarella cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of casserole (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg