Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake Recipe You’ll Make Again and Again

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This Cheesy Mozzarella Chicken Bake is a simple, comforting dinner featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in marinara sauce, parmesan, and melted mozzarella. It’s easy to prepare and full of rich, Italian-inspired flavor — perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests.

Author: CHEF RAMSAY
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Dinner, Comfort Food
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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4 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1½ cups marinara sauce
½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and move the rack to the middle position.

2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer the seared chicken to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

4. Pour marinara sauce evenly over and around the chicken breasts.

5. Sprinkle parmesan cheese evenly over the top, followed by the mozzarella.

6. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes (or 15 minutes if using smaller chicken breasts).

7. Switch oven to broil and cook for a few minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to ensure it stays juicy. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

You can skip searing the chicken and place it raw in the baking dish — just increase bake time to about 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

For best results, use an instant-read meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.

If you have an oven-safe skillet, you can sear and bake the chicken in the same pan for fewer dishes.

Pair with pasta, garlic bread, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/cheesy-mozzarella-chicken-bake/