Ingredients
4 cups zucchini, grated and well drained
2 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
3 large eggs
1 cup milk or cooking cream
1 cup breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Optional
1 small carrot, grated
1 small potato, grated and well drained
Preparation
Preheat oven to 180°C
Grease a rectangular baking dish with oil or butter
In a large bowl, add zucchini, chicken, onion, garlic, carrot and potato if using
Mix well
Add eggs and milk
Mix again until combined
Add breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, paprika, oregano and parsley
Mix until everything is evenly combined
Add half of the mozzarella and half of the cheddar
Mix gently
Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish
Press lightly with a spoon to level the surface
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar evenly on top
Drizzle with olive oil or melted butter
Baking
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown on top and firm in the center
If the top browns too fast, cover loosely with foil and continue baking
Remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes before cutting
Serving
Cut into squares
Serve hot with salad, rice, or bread
Storage
Keep in refrigerator up to 3 days
Can be reheated in oven or pan
Result
Soft inside
Golden and crispy on top
Rich, cheesy, and full of vegetables and protein