Cheesy Chicken Marinara Bake: A Cozy Dinner Delight

A delicious Cheesy Chicken Marinara Bake that brings comforting Italian flavors to your dinner table.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Fillets patted dry
2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing

For the Seasoning

1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning or combination of oregano, thyme, and basil
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic to taste
1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste

For the Sauce and Cheese

2 cups Marinara Sauce store-bought or homemade
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded
1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated

Optional Add-Ons

1 cup Vegetables bell peppers, spinach, or zucchini
2 cups Pasta cooked

Equipment

large skillet
Baking dish
Oven

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Pat dry the chicken fillets with paper towels and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken fillets and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish, pour marinara sauce over the chicken, and sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 18-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This bake is fantastic for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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