Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides; place in the baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over each chicken breast until well coated.
- Tear or slice mozzarella cheese and layer it on top of the saucy chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and cheese is bubbly.
- Sprinkle fresh basil on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 100mg