Description
Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake combines tender chicken, gooey mozzarella, and rich marinara for a comforting dish that’s perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds). Pour marinara sauce over the chicken.
- Generously sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 120mg