Quick Easy Chicken Marinara

Whip up a flavorful dinner in just 30 minutes with this Quick Easy Chicken Marinara recipe! Perfectly seasoned, golden-brown chicken breasts are simmered in rich, jarred marinara sauce and topped with gooey melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for a comforting, Italian-inspired dish. This one-skillet wonder is not only simple to prepare but also versatile—serve it over al dente pasta, pair it with crusty bread, or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying, low-carb option. With minimal prep time and classic ingredients like garlic, Italian seasoning, and fresh basil garnish, this recipe is a weeknight lifesaver packed with robust flavors. Perfect for feeding a family of four with ease!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 cups jarred marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
• 0 cooked pasta or crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts on a clean cutting board and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, pour in the marinara sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 5

Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the marinara sauce over the top of each piece to coat them.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the cheese to melt for about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, and serve warm with cooked pasta or crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	994 grams (994.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1543

Total Fat 80.30g	103%
Saturated Fat 27.90g	140%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 396mg	132%
Sodium 5552mg	241%
Total Carbohydrate 44.00g	16%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 22.90g
Protein 152.20g	304%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 1150mg	88%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 2062mg	44%

*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: 47.9%

Protein: 40.4%

Carbs: 11.7%