Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken Recipe

This quick and easy Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken recipe is a weeknight winner! Juicy chicken breasts are cooked to perfection with vibrant zucchini, onions, and a tangy Mediterranean dressing, then topped with melty mozzarella cheese. A burst of fresh flavors in just 30 minutes! Perfect for families who love cheese (like ours!).

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 251.5 kcal
Protein 67g
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Ingredients for Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken

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How to Make Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken

  1. Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the skillet.
  3. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  4. After 5 minutes of cooking, add 1 medium onion, sliced, and 1 medium zucchini, chopped, to the skillet.
  5. Add 1/2 cup Mediterranean dressing (store-bought or homemade), 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained, and 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved.
  6. Cover the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low.
  7. Simmer for 2 minutes, or until heated through.
  8. Stir the mixture gently to combine.
  9. Top with 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
  10. Cover and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

21g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken?

Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken?

Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken has approximately 251.5 calories per serving, with about 67 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken?

The key ingredients for Mediterranean Mozzarella Chicken are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Half, Red Onion, Zucchini, Kraft Tuscan House Italian Dressing And Marinade, Grape Tomatoes, Pitted Black Olives. See the full list with measurements above.

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