Cheesy Marinara Chicken Bake
A comforting and cheesy chicken dish layered with marinara sauce and two types of cheese, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the chicken, ensuring it’s well covered.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving, if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in garlic and herbs before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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