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One Pan Zucchini Parmesan

One Pan Zucchini Parmesan

A comforting and easy One Pan Zucchini Parmesan that captures the essence of a classic Italian dish with a lighter twist, perfect for summer meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced finely
  • 1.5 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded or fresh pearls
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated or shredded
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, torn for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare zucchini by washing and slicing into uniform rounds.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté zucchini rounds for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour marinara sauce over zucchini and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 2 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the top.
  8. Distribute mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly across the surface.
  9. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs over the cheese.
  10. Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese bubbles and breadcrumbs are golden brown.
  11. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Notes

Do not overcook zucchini during sautéing to prevent mushiness. Use an oven-safe skillet for easy broiling.