How long does it take zucchini to cook in the oven?

At 450°F, zucchini rounds typically take about 10 minutes to become tender. If you're adding cheese like in baked parmesan zucchini, an additional 2–3 minutes under the broiler crisps the top perfectly.

How do you bake zucchini chips with parmesan?

Slice zucchini into thin rounds, coat lightly in olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and top with grated parmesan. Bake at a high temperature like 450°F, then broil briefly to achieve a crispy chip-like texture.

How to bake zucchini without it getting soggy?

Use a high oven temperature, slice zucchini evenly, and pat it dry before baking. Avoid overcrowding the pan so moisture can escape. Using foil-lined baking sheets also helps with heat distribution.

How long to keep zucchini in the oven at 350 degrees?

At 350°F, zucchini will bake more slowly—around 20–25 minutes depending on thickness. The baked parmesan zucchini won’t get as crisp as at 450°F but will still be tender and flavorful.

Baked Parmesan Zucchini: Crispy, Cheesy & So Easy

Name: Baked Parmesan Zucchini: Crispy, Cheesy & So Easy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4 to 1/2-inch rounds; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Ingredients

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2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4 to 1/2-inch rounds

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F and line a broil-safe baking sheet with foil.

2. Place zucchini slices on baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat and spread into a single layer.

3. Sprinkle zucchini with salt and pepper. Top each slice with parmesan.

4. Bake on center rack for about 10 minutes, until fork tender.

5. Switch oven to broil and broil 2–3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

6. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Use freshly grated parmesan for best results.

Dry zucchini slices with paper towels to avoid sogginess.

Broil carefully—cheese can brown quickly.

Author: Emily Frost
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 slices
Calories: 140
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 10mg