High-Protein Loaded Zucchini Bake
⏱ Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: ~45–50 minutes
🍽 Servings
4 servings
🛒 Ingredients
3 medium zucchini, sliced into thin rounds
1 cup cooked shredded chicken breast (or ground turkey)
½ cup cottage cheese (high protein)
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ small onion, diced
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp Italian seasoning
1 egg (helps bind the mixture)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Cook the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a pan.
Add onion and garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add Protein
Add shredded chicken or turkey and cook for 3 minutes.
Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
4. Make the Creamy Mix
In a bowl combine:
cottage cheese
Greek yogurt
egg
half of the mozzarella
Mix well.
5. Assemble the Bake
Spread half the zucchini slices in the baking dish.
Add the chicken mixture.
Spread the creamy mixture on top.
Add remaining zucchini slices.
6. Add Cheese
Top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan.
7. Bake
Bake 30–35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
8. Serve
Sprinkle parsley on top and serve warm.
🍽 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
Calories: ~280
Protein: 28–32g
Carbs: 8–10g
Fat: 14g
Great for low-carb, high-protein meals.
❓ Q&A
1. Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes. Replace chicken with:
cooked lentils
chickpeas
or tofu crumbles.
2. How do I make it even higher in protein?
Add:
extra chicken
more cottage cheese
or mix protein-rich ricotta.
3. Can I prepare it ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble the dish, cover it, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours, then bake when ready.
4. How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.
5. Can it be frozen?
Yes. Freeze baked portions for up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or microwave.
6. What can I serve with it?
Green salad
Garlic roasted broccoli
Quinoa or brown rice
✅ Pro Tip:
Salt zucchini slices lightly and let them sit 10 minutes, then pat dry. This removes excess water and keeps the bake from becoming watery.
