Description
A delicious and healthy Italian-inspired Garlic Tomato Baked Chicken recipe featuring juicy chicken breasts baked with garlic, diced tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and topped with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses for a cheesy, flavorful dinner that’s perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Tomato Mixture
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Cheese and Herbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to infuse the meat with classic herb flavors.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the greased baking dish, ensuring they are spaced evenly for uniform cooking.
- Make Tomato-Garlic Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic with the canned diced tomatoes (including juices). Stir well to blend the flavors.
- Top Chicken: Pour the tomato and garlic mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. Then scatter the halved cherry tomatoes on top for added freshness and texture.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses evenly over the tomato-topped chicken to create a cheesy, golden topping when baked.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Rest: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute and retain moisture.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil or parsley over the chicken just before serving for an aromatic finish and a pop of color.
Notes
- This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- For enhanced flavor and tenderness, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and Italian herbs for 30 minutes prior to baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
