Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 small breasts)
1.5 cups jarred marinara sauce (thick and rich)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1-Prepare the oven and dish: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2-Slice the chicken: Slice chicken breasts horizontally into 1/2-inch cutlets, pounding to even thickness if needed.
3-Season the chicken: Place cutlets in a single layer, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and rub all over.
4-Add sauce and cheese: Spoon marinara sauce over chicken, then top with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan.
5-Bake until golden: Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and cheese is bubbly and browned; optionally broil 1-3 minutes for a golden crust.
6-Rest and garnish: Let rest 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Last Step:
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🔥 For extra flavor, sear the chicken cutlets in a hot skillet for 2 minutes per side before adding the sauce and cheese to build a deeper savory crust.
🍗 Boneless skinless chicken thighs work great as a substitute; just bake 5 to 10 minutes longer and check for 165°F internal temperature.
🥡 Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days — reheat gently in the oven or microwave to keep the chicken moist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Resting Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet with sauce and cheese
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 130mg