Description
This Chicken Zucchini Casserole is the ultimate one-dish comfort meal. Juicy chicken, tender zucchini, and creamy cheese sauce come together with layers of thinly sliced potatoes to create a golden, bubbly bake that’s packed with flavor. It’s ideal for busy weeknights, family dinners, or weekend meal prep. A great option for anyone looking for easy dinner ideas, healthy comfort food, or kid-friendly casseroles with veggies built right in.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, cubed or shredded
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
2 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
4 ounces cream cheese
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Thinly slice zucchini and potatoes. If using raw chicken, cook and cube it beforehand.
3. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until soft and fragrant.
4. Stir in flour to make a roux, then slowly whisk in milk. Simmer until thickened.
5. Add cream cheese and half of the shredded cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
6. Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
7. In the baking dish, layer potatoes, zucchini, and chicken. Pour cheese sauce over top.
8. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
9. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
10. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
For a low-carb version, swap the potatoes for cauliflower slices.
Pre-salting the zucchini prevents excess moisture during baking.
Use a mix of cheeses for deeper flavor—cheddar, gouda, or Monterey Jack work great.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, zucchini recipe, comfort food, creamy bake, easy dinner