Mozzarella Chicken Bake
Dive into the rich, cheesy comfort of this Mozzarella Chicken Bake, where tender seared chicken breasts are smothered in a flavorful marinara sauce, layered with gooey mozzarella and nutty Parmesan cheese, and baked to golden, bubbly perfection. Infused with the aromatic blend of Italian seasoning, garlic, and black pepper, this crowd-pleasing dish combines simplicity with savory indulgence. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner that pairs beautifully with pasta, garlic bread, or a crisp side salad. Garnish with fresh basil for an extra pop of color and flavor, and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 cups Marinara sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish with a bit of olive oil or non-stick cooking spray.
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden (they do not need to be fully cooked).
Place the seared chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, spreading it evenly to cover the pieces.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken and marinara sauce.
Top with grated Parmesan cheese and the remaining 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.
Serve hot with pasta, garlic bread, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.7 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.9 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 788 mg | 263% | |
| Sodium | 5406 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 281.6 g | 563% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2186 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 222 mg | 5% | |
*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.
