Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake that combines tender chicken breasts with marinara sauce and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season each boneless chicken breast with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the seared chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the marinara sauce.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned, and the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.
- Serve with a side of pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake, Chicken Bake, Italian Chicken Recipe