Chicken Zucchini Casserole
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4.7
Chicken Zucchini Casserole
Description
Chicken Zucchini Casserole presents a straightforward assembly of seasoned boneless, skinless chicken breasts as the base, topped with a medley of zucchini, yellow squash, and sweet onion. The vegetables provide moisture and mild sweetness that balance the protein. Prepared pesto adds a fragrant herbal element that lines the flavorful layers.
The addition of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses forms a melted cheese layer that browns slightly while baking at 375˚F until the chicken is cooked through to 165˚F. Covering with foil if browning occurs too quickly helps control the crust development.
This baked dish can be served as a hearty main course and pairs well with simple sides or salads. Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or can be frozen. Adjustments in chicken cut and size can affect cooking time, so use a meat thermometer for best results.
Ingredients
- 3-4 boneless skinless, chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 zucchini medium
- 1 yellow squash medium
- 1/2 onion medium, sweet, yellow
- 1/2 cup pesto prepared
- 4 oz Parmesan Cheese
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
- Chop the zucchini, squash, and onion and combine.
- In a large casserole dish, lay the chicken in a flat single layer and season it with the salt, pepper and garlic powder. Next layer the veggies on and then dollop the pesto over the veggies, then top with the cheeses.
- Bake on the middle rack for 35-45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through, 165˚F internal temp. If it starts to brown more than desired, loosely cover with foil until it is done cooking.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze up to one month.
- Freeze the casserole before or after baking; thaw properly before reheating.
- Reheat in microwave using 30-second intervals to avoid drying out.
- Chicken pieces like tenderloins or cut chunks can be used to reduce cooking time.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 386 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6servings | |
| Calories | 386kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 44g | 88% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 755mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 0mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 0IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 0mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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