Description
This Easy Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini Bake is a vibrant and healthy one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts, fresh zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onions, all roasted to perfection with a flavorful oregano and lemon marinade. Finished with crumbled feta and a creamy lemon-tahini drizzle, it’s a delicious and nutritious dinner that’s quick to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch half-moons
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Creamy Lemon-Tahini Drizzle
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 pinch salt
- 2-4 tbsp water (to thin)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cut chicken breasts, zucchini half-moons, whole cherry tomatoes, and red onion wedges.
- Make Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate Chicken and Vegetables: Pour the marinade over the chicken and vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Spread the mixture evenly in a single layer in the prepared baking dish, being careful not to overcrowd for proper roasting.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables are tender with slight caramelization.
- Add Feta and Parsley: Remove the bake from the oven and immediately sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the hot dish.
- Prepare Lemon-Tahini Drizzle: While the dish bakes, whisk tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking until the drizzle is smooth and pourable.
- Serve: Drizzle the creamy lemon-tahini sauce generously over the baked chicken and vegetables just before serving. Enjoy your flavorful Mediterranean meal!
Notes
- Ensure the chicken pieces are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the baking dish to allow proper roasting and caramelization.
- Adjust the amount of water in the tahini drizzle to get the desired consistency.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
- This dish pairs well with a side of couscous or warm pita bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
