Express Italian Chicken

Get dinner on the table in just 30 minutes with this flavorful Express Italian Chicken recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then smothered in rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, creating a comforting, restaurant-quality dish that's effortless to prepare. Finished with freshly grated Parmesan and fragrant basil leaves, this one-pan wonder bakes in the oven for easy cleanup. Ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy Italian-inspired dinner, serve it with pasta, a crisp green salad, or warm, crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1.5 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried Italian seasoning.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium and pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken, covering each piece evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Serve hot with a side of pasta, a leafy green salad, or crusty Italian bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1232 grams (1232.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1975

Total Fat 89.20g	114%
Saturated Fat 30.20g	151%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 692mg	231%
Sodium 4432mg	193%
Total Carbohydrate 19.40g	7%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 7.30g
Protein 255.70g	511%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 1156mg	89%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1845mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.2%

Protein: 53.7%

Carbs: 4.1%