Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups bell peppers (red, yellow, and green), sliced
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to create your Cheesy Baked Chicken Breast and Peppers:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
3. Season Chicken: In a bowl, season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and coat evenly.
4. Arrange Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish, ensuring they are spaced apart.
5. Add Peppers: Scatter the sliced bell peppers around and on top of the chicken breasts.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
7. Add Cheese: Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken and peppers.
8. Final Bake: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish: Once done, remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley for color and freshness.
10. Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
With these simple steps, you will have a delicious and cheesy dish ready to enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 35g