One-Pan Cheesy Hidden Veggie Chicken Bake

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A kid-friendly baked chicken dish that sneaks in finely grated vegetables under a blanket of melted cheese, perfect for picky eaters. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, zucchini, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season evenly with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 medium finely grated zucchini and 1 large finely grated carrot, then toss with 2 tbsp olive oil until coated.
  3. Step 3: Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts for 2 minutes on each side until golden but not cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Spread the grated vegetable mixture evenly over the tops of the chicken breasts, then pour 1/4 cup chicken broth around the pan to keep the chicken moist.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetables, then transfer the skillet to the oven and bake uncovered for 15-18 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm for a comforting, veggie-packed meal.

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