Super Lazy Italian Chicken

Effortless, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights, Super Lazy Italian Chicken is the ultimate one-dish dinner that tastes anything but lazy! This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts smothered in rich marinara sauce, topped with a golden, gooey layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and seasoned with fragrant Italian herbs and garlic for an irresistible burst of flavor. With just 5 minutes of prep time, this oven-baked chicken dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for quick family meals or last-minute guests. Serve it on its own, over pasta or rice, or with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Perfectly simple yet authentically Italian-inspired, this comfort food classic is a surefire crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 24-ounce jar jar of marinara sauce (or your favorite pasta sauce)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Drizzle the olive oil into a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish and spread it evenly.

Step 3

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Place them in the skillet or dish in a single layer.

Step 4

Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring they’re all covered in sauce.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the top of the chicken, followed by the remaining 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.

Step 6

Cover the skillet or dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Step 9

Serve hot on its own or over cooked pasta, rice, or with a side of crusty bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(839.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1606.2

Total Fat 55.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 691.9mg	0%
Sodium 3984.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 252.7g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 1140.9mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1807.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.4%

Protein: 65.8%

Carbs: 1.9%