Baked Chicken Italiano Recipe
Description: Indulge in the flavors of Italy with this delectable Baked Chicken Italiano recipe. Tender boneless chicken breasts are coated in a savory blend of olive oil, herbs, and cheeses, then baked to perfection. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, with gooey melted mozzarella, tangy tomatoes, and fragrant basil and oregano. It’s a simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
Recipe Information:
- Category: Lunch/Snacks 🍽️
- Keywords: Chicken, Poultry, Cheese, Meat, European, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy 🍗🧀🕒🇪🇺🥘
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 578.5
- Total Fat: 30.9g
- Saturated Fat: 6.2g
- Cholesterol: 79.5mg
- Sodium: 1450.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 37.5g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 15.8g
- Protein: 36.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Boneless skinless chicken breast halves |
| 1/4 | Olive oil |
| 1 | Mozzarella cheese |
| 1/2 | Chopped tomato |
| 2 | Fresh basil |
| 1/2 | Oregano |
| 1/3 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1 1/2 | Marinara sauce |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- In a shallow bowl, combine marinara sauce and Italian herbs.
- Dip each chicken breast in the marinara mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Next, dredge the chicken in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- In the same pan, brown the chicken breasts on both sides until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the browned chicken breasts to a shallow baking dish.
- Spoon the remaining marinara sauce over the chicken breasts, covering them completely.
- Top each chicken breast with slices of mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle chopped tomatoes over the cheese, followed by fresh basil leaves and oregano.
- Finish by generously sprinkling Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- If the tomatoes begin to burn before the chicken is fully cooked, loosely cover the dish with foil.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Enjoy Your Italian Feast! 🇮🇹🍽️
This Baked Chicken Italiano is a crowd-pleaser, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal at home. Serve it alongside your favorite pasta or a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying dining experience. Buon appetito!
