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Spicy Italian Chicken Bake

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 15 min

Cook Time: 35 min

Total Time: 50 min

Ingredients:

  • 4 pieces Boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • to taste Crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • handful Fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cups Fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Instructions:

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2. Rinse the chicken breasts and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. 3. Rub the chicken breasts with the olive oil.
  4. 4. Combine the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this mixture over the chicken breasts.
  5. 5. Place the seasoned chicken in a baking dish.
  6. 6. Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, then layer the freshly sliced mozzarella on top.
  7. 7. Sprinkle a bit more Italian seasoning on top, along with some fresh basil leaves.
  8. 8. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  9. 9. Let the chicken cool for a few minutes before serving.