Ingredients
1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 small breasts)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1.5 to 2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 400°F.
2-Season the chicken: Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3-Sear the chicken: Sear in a very hot oven-safe skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat, 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
4-Add sauce and cheese: Pour marinara over chicken, sprinkle with Parmesan, then top with shredded mozzarella.
5-Bake: Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
6-Broil (optional): Broil for 1-2 minutes to brown the cheese, watching closely to avoid burning.
7-Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Last Step:
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🔪 Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the smoothest melt and best texture—pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that affect melting.
🌡️ An instant-read meat thermometer is your best friend for juicy chicken; pull it from the oven right at 165°F to avoid dryness.
🍳 A properly hot skillet is key for that golden sear—if the chicken sticks when you try to flip it, give it another minute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Resting Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop, Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 125mg