Description
Chicken Mozzarella Bake is a simple yet delicious dish featuring juicy chicken breasts baked in marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella. This easy one-pan meal is packed with flavor, perfect for a weeknight dinner, and can be served with pasta, vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer chicken to the baking dish and pour marinara sauce over it.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: Broil for 2 minutes for a golden cheese crust.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella for extra creaminess.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve with pasta, zucchini noodles, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired