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Irresistible Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Chicken Bake

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A delicious baked chicken dish with zucchini and a crispy Parmesan topping.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Before we get started, let’s gather our ingredients. You’ll need:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably whole wheat)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Mix Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs with olive oil until it resembles wet sand.
  4. Layer sliced zucchini in a baking dish, place chicken on top, and sprinkle the topping over the chicken.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes until chicken is cooked and topping is golden brown.
  6. Let cool, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mix for a few hours before cooking.
  • Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg