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Baked Chicken Marinara

Baked Chicken Marinara

Cost $15, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 35 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Chicken

    • 🍗 4 (8 ounce) boneless chicken breasts

  • Seasoning

    • 🧂 2 teaspoons kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • Oil

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Sauce

    • 1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce

  • Dairy

    • 🧀 8 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese

  • Herbs

    • 🌿 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves

STEPS

1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) with racks in upper and lower third positions and gather all ingredients.

2

Sprinkle both sides of chicken with salt and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

3

Pour marinara sauce over chicken and sprinkle with mozzarella. Cover skillet with aluminum foil.

4

Bake the skillet on the lower third rack for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165°F (74°C).

5

Remove foil and increase oven temperature to broil. Broil on the upper third rack until cheese is lightly browned, about 2 minutes.

6

Garnish with fresh basil and serve with pasta or a side dish of your choice.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

614

Calories

  • 91
    Protein
  • 17
    Carbs
  • 18
    Fats

💡 If you prefer spicier flavors, add red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.Serve with a side of garlic bread or pasta for a more complete Italian-inspired meal.Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days in the refrigerator.