Baked Chicken with Zucchini & Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients
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4–6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
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2 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
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1½–2 cups cherry tomatoes
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1 cup shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
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¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional but recommended)
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3 tbsp olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp salt (or to taste)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Season the chicken
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Rub this mixture all over the chicken. -
Assemble the dish
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Lightly grease a baking dish.
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Arrange chicken in the center.
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Scatter zucchini slices and cherry tomatoes around and between the chicken.
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Drizzle a little extra olive oil over the vegetables and lightly season them.
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Bake (first stage)
Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes. -
Add cheese
Remove foil, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the chicken and vegetables. -
Bake uncovered
Return to oven and bake another 15–20 minutes, until:-
Chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally
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Cheese is melted and lightly golden
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Vegetables are tender
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Finish & serve
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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