Cheesy Italian Chicken
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Cheesy Italian Chicken, a comforting one-pan recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are seasoned with a fragrant blend of garlic, Italian herbs, and spices, then smothered in rich marinara sauce. Topped with a luscious layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, this dish bakes to bubbly, cheesy perfection in just 30 minutes. Garnished with fresh basil and served alongside pasta, garlic bread, or a crisp green salad, it’s an Italian-inspired feast that’s as simple as it is satisfying. With minimal prep time and bold, satisfying flavors, this easy baked chicken recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Step 3
In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the skillet from heat.
Step 4
Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the seared chicken breasts in the skillet.
Step 5
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken and sauce.
Step 6
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Step 8
Serve hot with a side of pasta, garlic bread, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1485.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2293.7 |
| Total Fat 109.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 752.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5310.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 281.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1872.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1983.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories