Description
Italian Baked Chicken is a flavorful, hearty dish that combines tender chicken with a rich tomato sauce and aromatic herbs. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is both simple and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning blend
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly coat a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sear the chicken breasts for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, and Italian seasoning; mix well.
- Place seared chicken in the baking dish and pour the sauce mixture over it, ensuring each piece is covered.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Add grated Parmesan during the last five minutes of baking.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for added flavor.
- Customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg