Chicken and Zucchini Casserole
Craving a delicious and wholesome meal that’s comforting, flavorful, and packed with protein (30g per serving)? Look no further than this mouthwatering Chicken and Zucchini Casserole!
Bursting with flavor, loaded with veggies, topped with a flavorful crunch, and oh-so-satisfying, this casserole will quickly become a family favorite. Give it a try!
Why You Will Love This Chicken and Zucchini Casserole Recipe
Ingredients Needed for Chicken & Zucchini Casserole
Ingredient quantities for this easy chicken casserole recipe are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- Zucchini
- Rotisserie chicken
- Butter
- Eggs
- Heavy whipping cream
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- Shredded parmesan cheese
- Mexican cheese
- Parmesan crisps
How To Make Chicken & Zucchini Casserole
The steps below are just a quick overview of how to make the casserole. The full process in detail is located in the recipe card at the end of the post.
Preheat your oven to temperature on recipe card (at the end of the post). Prepare ingredients.
Spread the zucchini and shredded chicken evenly at the bottom of a casserole dish.
When I make this casserole, I use an 8″ x 10″ casserole dish, but it will also fit in a 9″ x 9″ or 8″ x 8″.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the butter, eggs, heavy whipping cream, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and shredded parmesan cheese. Use a hand mixer to blend them well.
Pour the mixture onto the casserole dish, covering the zucchini and chicken. Use a fork or spatula to toss the mixture, ensuring the zucchini and chicken are evenly coated.
Add shredded cheese on top, then sprinkle with crushed parmesan crisps.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, then serve!
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Tips and Ideas 💡
- Don’t have shredded rotisserie chicken on hand? No worries – you can get creative with your protein choices. You can use regular cooked chicken or canned chicken. 🐔
- The combination of shredded Mexican cheese and crushed parmesan crisps on top adds a delightful cheesy and crispy layer to the casserole. Feel free to experiment with different cheese varieties or even add a sprinkle of your favorite herbs for extra flavor! 🧀
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Chicken and Zucchini Casserole
Ingredients
- 3 cups chopped zucchini (see notes)
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan crisps (crushed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 F.
- Spread the zucchini and shredded chicken evenly at the bottom of a casserole dish (I used an 8" x 10", but you can also use a 9" x 9" or 8" x 8").
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the butter, eggs, heavy whipping cream, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and shredded parmesan cheese. Use a hand mixer to blend them well.
- Pour the mixture onto the casserole dish, covering the zucchini and chicken. Use a fork or spatula to toss the mixture, ensuring that the zucchini and chicken are evenly coated.
- Add shredded Mexican cheese on top, then sprinkle with crushed parmesan crisps.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes.
Notes
- For those who prefer a firmer texture, leave the zucchini unpeeled. If you’re sensitive to texture, feel free to peel it and/or dice it.
- Don’t have rotisserie chicken? No problem! You can use regular cooked chicken or canned chicken.
Nutrition Estimates (Per Serving)
Nutrition Disclaimer
Nutrition Estimates are per serving and included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed.
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