Italian Chicken with Marinara & Mozzarella Recipe (30 Min) – Easy Bake for Dinner Tonight!
A quick and easy Italian chicken dish topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and pour marinara sauce over each piece.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh basil or parsley as a garnish.
- This dish pairs well with pasta or a side salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.