Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake Recipe
This Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to become a family favorite. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned, seared, and then baked with marinara sauce, parmesan, and gooey mozzarella cheese for a flavorful and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 large chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Sauce and Cheese:
- 1.5 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375F and position the rack in the middle.
- Season Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear Chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken for 5 minutes per side. Transfer the seared chicken to a greased baking dish.
- Add Sauce: Pour marinara sauce over the chicken, spreading it evenly.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle parmesan and mozzarella over the chicken.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 20 minutes (or 15 minutes for smaller chicken breasts).
- Broil: Broil the chicken for a few minutes until the cheese is lightly browned.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165F for safe consumption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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