Description
Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines chicken, marinara sauce, and two types of cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper on both sides. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure they are well covered. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve warm with pasta, rice, or a side salad.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg