Oh yes 🍗🧀 — Mozzarella Chicken is all about tender chicken breasts topped with melty mozzarella, tomato, and herbs. Essentially chicken caprese meets comfort food. Here’s a foolproof version:
Baked Mozzarella Chicken
Ingredients (serves 2–4)
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce (or diced tomatoes with herbs)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: fresh basil leaves, Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Prep Chicken
- Preheat oven 375°F (190°C).
- Pat chicken dry. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
2. Sear Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken 2–3 min per side until golden (it doesn’t need to be fully cooked).
3. Assemble
- Place seared chicken in a baking dish.
- Spoon marinara sauce over each piece.
- Top with mozzarella cheese (and sprinkle Parmesan if using).
4. Bake
- Bake 20–25 min until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: broil 1–2 min for golden, slightly crispy cheese.
5. Serve
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or a simple salad.
Pro Tips
- Juicy chicken: Pound chicken to even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Extra flavor: Add garlic slices or sun-dried tomatoes under the cheese.
- Cheese options: Mozzarella + a little provolone or fontina = extra melty goodness.
- Sauce twist: Use spicy arrabbiata or pesto for a flavor variation.
I can also give a skillet version with a quick melt, a chicken mozzarella parmesan hybrid, or a caprese-style version with fresh tomatoes and balsamic glaze next.
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