Description
A simple and flavorful Italian baked chicken recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. Made with basic ingredients and baked to juicy perfection, this dish is a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the chicken.
- Top each chicken breast with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Pour marinara sauce over the chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg