Easy Shake and Bake Chicken with Mozzarella and Tomato Sauce
Transform your weeknight dinners with this simple yet irresistible recipe for Easy Shake and Bake Chicken with Mozzarella and Tomato Sauce! Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a crispy, golden breadcrumb crust—enhanced with Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder—thanks to a quick shake in a resealable bag. The dish is taken to the next level with a savory layer of rich tomato sauce and gooey melted mozzarella cheese, perfectly broiled for a bubbly finish. With just 15 minutes of prep and a 30-minute bake, this classic comfort meal is not only quick and easy but packed with bold Italian-inspired flavors. Serve it alongside pasta, a crisp salad, or warm garlic bread for a complete and satisfying dinner the whole family will love. Keywords: easy baked chicken, shake and bake recipe, mozzarella chicken, Italian chicken recipe, weeknight dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups Tomato sauce
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until fully beaten. In another small bowl, drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts and rub them evenly.
Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then place it into the plastic bag with the breadcrumb mixture. Seal the bag and shake until the chicken is evenly coated.
Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and spoon 2-3 tablespoons of tomato sauce over each chicken breast.
Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the tomato sauce, then return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm. Pair with pasta, a side salad, or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.2 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.6 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1037 mg | 346% | |
| Sodium | 5275 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.6 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 280.8 g | 562% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1242 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 328 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
