Chicken Parmesan Bake
A heartwarming dish that layers tender chicken with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan, perfect for family gatherings and cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 2 cups Marinara Sauce
- 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Dried Herbs (such as oregano or Italian seasoning), to taste
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for searing, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the chicken breasts by seasoning them with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Layer a thin layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish, then add the seared chicken breasts and cover with more marinara sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese.
- Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Enjoy after letting it rest for 5 minutes.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different ingredients like zucchini noodles or stuffed chicken for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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