Best 8 Breaded Zucchini Casserole Recipes

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**Discover a Culinary Symphony: Breaded Zucchini Casserole and Its Recipe Delights**

Feast your senses on a culinary masterpiece that combines the rustic charm of zucchini with the golden allure of crispy breading. The breaded zucchini casserole is a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. This article presents not just one, but three enticing recipes for this delectable dish, each offering unique variations to suit your preferences. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind this extraordinary casserole, unveiling the perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors that make it a timeless classic.

**Recipe 1: Classic Breaded Zucchini Casserole - Simplicity at Its Finest**

This classic recipe epitomizes simplicity, allowing the natural flavors of zucchini to shine through. Fresh zucchini slices are coated in seasoned bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese, then baked until golden brown. The result is a crispy exterior that yields to a tender, succulent interior, complemented by melted cheese and a hint of garlic.

**Recipe 2: Zucchini Casserole with a Twist - A Medley of Savory Flavors**

This recipe elevates the classic casserole by incorporating a medley of savory ingredients. Sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and spinach add a vibrant burst of color and flavor, while a blend of herbs and spices imparts a delightful depth of taste. The casserole is finished with a creamy sauce, creating a luscious and satisfying dish that is sure to impress.

**Recipe 3: Zucchini Casserole with Bacon and Corn - A Hearty and Comforting Treat**

For those who love hearty and comforting dishes, this recipe is an absolute delight.Crispy bacon and sweet corn kernels add a smoky and savory dimension to the casserole, while diced tomatoes and green chilies bring a touch of freshness and spice. Topped with a generous layer of cheese, this casserole is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for family gatherings or casual meals with friends.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE I



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This is a good, cheesy, vegetable side dish ...very easy to prepare.

Provided by DC1

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices bread, cubed
¼ cup melted butter
2 cups cubed zucchini
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 egg, beaten
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bread cubes in a medium bowl and pour melted butter over the bread. Add the zucchini, onion, garlic salt and egg; mix well. Transfer the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and top with the cheese.
  • Bake, covered, in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then uncover the dish and bake for another 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 1076.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

GARLIC PARMESAN ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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This Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Casserole is an easy side dish recipe that pairs beautifully with just about any family meal!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups grated zucchini ((I used about 3.5 medium zucchinis))
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup finely minced or grated onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 eggs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus an additional 2 tablespoons
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 1 ½-quart baking dish; set aside.
  • Place zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and allow to sit for about 10 minutes (this will help draw out some of the water from the zucchini). After 10 minutes, squeeze out the moisture from the zucchini. TIP: In order to make sure that you get most of the water out of the zucchini (and avoid a runny casserole), wrap the zucchini in a dish towel. Squeeze it and wring it out multiple times while it's in the towel -- you will be shocked by how much liquid comes out!
  • In a large bowl, combine zucchini, onion, garlic, eggs, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese. Gently press the mixture evenly into the prepared dish.
  • Bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, pour melted butter over breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese. Stir until completely combined.
  • After 20 minutes, remove zucchini from the oven. Sprinkle buttered breadcrumbs over the zucchini and return the dish to the oven. Continue baking for about 5-10 more minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 of the casserole, Calories 225 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Sodium 594 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g

ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE WITH PARMESAN



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This zucchini casserole eats like a gratin topped with Parmesan cheese and toasted bread crumbs for an easy side dish everyone loves.

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups sliced zucchini (, from 2-3 medium zucchini)
3 tablespoons butter (, divided)
1 teaspoon kosher salt (, divided)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup sour cream
1 large egg yolk (, whisked)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (, divided)
2 tablespoons chives (, divided)
1/4 cup dried bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini slices and season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and the black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is softened but still vibrant and green, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • While the zucchini is cooking, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in the microwave or on the stove top, and set aside to cool. In a medium bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of the cooled, melted butter with the sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and then the egg yolk. Fold into the zucchini mixture with 1/4 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon of the chives.
  • Spray a 7 X 11-inch or 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray, then transfer the zucchini mixture to the dish. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs with the remaining melted butter and Parmesan cheese, plus the remaining chopped chives. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the zucchini. Cover with foil and bake until warmed through and the cheese has started to melt, about 15-20 minutes. Remove the foil and raise the oven temperature to 450°F. Bake until the top is browned and the filling is bubbling at the edges, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with more fresh chives if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 467 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BREADED ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Breaded Zucchini Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Divinemom5

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup Bisquick
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup grated cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
3 cups thinly sliced zucchini

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and pour into greased 9X13 pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

BREADED AND BAKED ZUCCHINI



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Tangy breaded zucchini is baked until soft.

Provided by Meggles

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons brown mustard
2 tablespoons fat free Italian salad dressing
⅓ cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Mix mustard and Italian dressing together in a bowl. Place bread crumbs in a separate bowl. Dip zucchini slices in the mustard mixture; coat with bread crumbs. Arrange coated zucchini in a casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until soft, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 757 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

BAKED ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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This zucchini casserole is a quiche-like side dish. So easy and delicious! You can add ham or ground beef for a complete meal, if desired.

Provided by SWMtnTop

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
4 cups sliced zucchini
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon salted butter, cut into small pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, onion, bell pepper, and eggs together in a large bowl. Add zucchini, salt, and pepper and mix until well combined. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and dot with butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until zucchini is fork-tender and top is golden brown, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 342.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

ZUCCHINI CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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A delicious and easy to prepare side dish casserole loved by everyone in the family.

Provided by Diana S.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups shredded zucchini
1 onion, chopped
2 eggs, beaten
1 (8.5 ounce) package dry corn muffin mix
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
8 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a large bowl mix together the zucchini, onion, eggs, muffin mix, salt and pepper. Stir in 4 ounces of the cheese. Spread this mixture into a greased 2 quart casserole dish; top with remaining 4 ounces of cheese.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 820.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

BEST ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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This is a creative, unusual casserole that's one of my grandmother's favorites. It combines zucchini and bell pepper with Cheddar cheese, spices and crispy corn flakes. Bread crumbs can be used in place of cornflakes.

Provided by Maria

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups diced zucchini
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup cornflakes cereal
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 eggs, beaten
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine zucchini, bell pepper, cornflakes, cheese, oil, basil, and eggs. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread evenly into prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 143.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Opt for Fresh Zucchini: To ensure the best flavor and texture, choose fresh and firm zucchini. Look for ones that are bright green and free from bruises or blemishes.
  • Slice Zucchini Evenly: Consistent slicing helps the casserole cook evenly. Use a mandoline or sharp knife to cut the zucchini into uniform slices.
  • Drain the Zucchini: After slicing, sprinkle salt over the zucchini and let it rest for 10 minutes. This will help draw out excess moisture, resulting in a crispier breading.
  • Use Panko Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs provide a light and crispy coating. They absorb less oil compared to regular breadcrumbs, making the casserole less greasy.
  • Season the Breadcrumbs: Add flavor to the breadcrumbs by mixing in herbs, spices, or grated Parmesan cheese. This will enhance the taste of the casserole.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can result in a tough batter. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  • Preheat the Pan: Before adding the batter to the pan, make sure it is preheated over medium-high heat. This will help create a crispy crust.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Avoid overcrowding the pan with zucchini slices. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
  • Flip the Zucchini Slices Carefully: Once the bottom side is golden brown, carefully flip the zucchini slices. Use a spatula to avoid breaking them.
  • Keep the Casserole Warm: After removing the casserole from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the casserole to set.

Conclusion:

This breaded zucchini casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side. The crispy breading and tender zucchini make it a favorite among both adults and children. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this casserole is a perfect recipe for busy weeknights or special occasions. Whether you are looking for a vegetarian main course or a tasty addition to your next potluck, this breaded zucchini casserole is sure to impress.

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