Marry Me Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini (Printable)

Baked tender chicken with zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs in a creamy, cheesy blend.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 3.5 oz sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained and chopped)
06 - 2.5 oz baby spinach

→ Dairy

07 - ½ cup heavy cream
08 - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
09 - ⅔ cup grated mozzarella cheese
10 - ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Pantry & Condiments

11 - 2 tbsp olive oil
12 - 1 tsp dried oregano
13 - 1 tsp dried basil
14 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
15 - ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

17 - Fresh basil leaves, for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
02 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, and sauté for 4–5 minutes until lightly golden but not cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil. Sauté onion for 2 minutes, then add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
04 - Add zucchini and sun-dried tomatoes; cook for 3–4 minutes until zucchini is just starting to soften.
05 - Stir in spinach and cook until just wilted. Remove from heat.
06 - In a bowl, combine heavy cream, oregano, basil, chili flakes (if using), half the feta, and half the mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper.
07 - Arrange sautéed vegetables and chicken pieces in the prepared baking dish. Pour cream mixture evenly over the top.
08 - Sprinkle with remaining feta, mozzarella, and all the Parmesan cheese.
09 - Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the top is golden and bubbling.
10 - Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh basil and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy sauce clings to every tender bite of chicken without feeling heavy
  • It comes together in one pan, meaning minimal cleanup after dinner
  • The flavors actually get better overnight, making it perfect for meal prep
02 -
  • Do not skip the step of searing the chicken first because it locks in moisture and adds flavor
  • The baking time may vary depending on how deep your dish is so watch for the golden cheese
  • Letting it rest for those 5 minutes makes a huge difference in the final texture
03 -
  • Pat the chicken dry before seasoning to help it get a nice golden sear
  • Use room temperature cream to help it blend smoothly with the herbs

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