Garden Chicken & Greens Bake

• •1 tablespoon olive oil
• •1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• •1 large onion, chopped
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 red bell pepper, diced
• •1 small zucchini, diced
• •5 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• •1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• •Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• •4 large eggs
• •1/2 cup milk (any kind)
• •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
• •1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

1. 11. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish (about 9x13 inches or equivalent).
2. 22. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. 33. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. 44. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the spinach wilts down, which usually takes only 2-3 minutes. Stir in the dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
5. 55. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Mix everything together well.
6. 66. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
7. 77. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
8. 88. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables in the baking dish.
9. 99. Sprinkle a little extra Parmesan cheese over the top, if desired.
10. 1010. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the egg mixture is set and the top is lightly golden brown. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if using.

Eggs are one of nature's most versatile ingredients, not just for breakfast. Their binding power comes from proteins that coagulate when heated, making them excellent for enriching and holding together savory bakes like this one.