Description
This Deliciously Cheesy Chicken and Zucchini Casserole is the perfect weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Tender chunks of chicken combine with fresh zucchini and juicy cherry tomatoes in a creamy, cheesy sauce that will have your family asking for seconds. Ready in under an hour, this low-carb dish delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sliced zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Drizzle olive oil in a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom.
- Transfer the chicken and zucchini mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil, if desired.
Notes
- For meal prep, you can assemble this casserole ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
- If you prefer firmer zucchini, slice it thicker or reduce the cooking time slightly.
- This dish freezes well! Simply portion into individual containers for quick and easy future meals.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: chicken zucchini casserole, low carb dinner, cheesy chicken bake, zucchini casserole, easy weeknight dinner, high protein meal