Easy mozzarella baked chicken has just a few simple ingredients but BIG flavor! It’s warm and cheesy, requires just 6 ingredients and is ready in 25 minutes, making it perfect for a quick dinner everyone will love!
I am surprisingly happy to see a new week, given that we lost an hour of sleep over the weekend for daylight savings time.
Maybe it was the low-key weekend we had, or the fun movie night, or the afternoon visit with my parents, or the free time I took for myself yesterday to get some work done…
Or maybe it’s the date night I have with my dad tomorrow night. My mom’s going to be out of town so I get to go to dinner and to see the play Waitress with him. I *adored* the movie, so I’m really excited to see it live on stage. And have a fun night out with my dad!
Regardless, I’m feeling good about Monday this week. And if you’re cursing me for that right now, I’m going to send you some happy vibes and try to get you on board with me. 😉
And despite the fun outlook, it’s also going to be a busy week. #whatelseisnew?
So today’s easy mozzarella baked chicken recipe is perfect when you want something that’s simple but scrumptious.
Cause quick + easy doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavor, right?
And this melty, cheesy chicken is sure to satisfy kids and adults alike, making it perfect for a fuss-free family dinner on a busy weeknight!
Besides perhaps the fresh mozzarella (and you can see my cheat note about that below), this is all basic ingredients you probably already have on hand!
So those nights when you don’t know what to do or what to make?
Make this. 👇
Notes on easy mozzarella baked chicken:
- The cooking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts. You’ll want 4 that are a similar size so they cook evenly. If yours seem thick, you can pound them out between wax paper to make sure they are a good, even size for cooking.
- Also, I always recommend using a meat thermometer to ensure your chicken is cooked through! I love this instant read one and you’ll want the chicken to be at 165.
- Mushroom lover? Me too. Feel free to add 8 oz. of sliced mushrooms to the pan with the onion, until they are cooked down and have released their juices, then continue with the recipe.
- My easy baked mozzarella chicken doesn’t have a tomato sauce but if that’s what you’re looking for, you can add a small can of diced tomatoes (or crushed tomatoes) to the pan after you’ve browned the chicken.
- Fresh mozzarella really is best here, but I won’t tell if you want to top the chicken with some sliced or shredded mozzarella. It won’t be quite as flavorful but still delicious.
We love this mozzarella chicken served with mashed potatoes (drizzle some sauce over those too, as seen below), but it would also be great with pasta or brown rice as well.
You could even do spaghetti squash for a low-carb option.
Or serve it with polenta. Or just some crusty bread. So many options!
Give this a try for a new easy dinner-time favorite!
XO,
Kathryn
P.S. Love quick and easy chicken dinners? (Who doesn’t?!) Check out these favorites:
- Slow cooker bistro chicken thighs (Family Food on the Table)
- Easy orange baked chicken (She Wears Many Hats)
- Creamy chicken rice (A Mindfull Mom)
- One-pot creamy chicken and mushroom pasta with peas (Family Food on the Table)
- Chicken breasts with jalapeño cheese sauce (Family Food on the Table)
And be sure to check out my collection of easy chicken dinner recipes and chicken recipes in under 30 minutes.
Easy mozzarella baked chicken
Easy mozzarella baked chicken has just a few simple ingredients but BIG flavor! And it's ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 (6-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella, about 1/4-inch thick
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup marsala wine
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides and add to pan. (I just move the onions and garlic to the side of the pan.)
- Sear chicken breasts on each side for 3-4 minutes, until well browned.
- Add a slice of mozzarella to the top of each chicken breast. Add broth and marsala to pan. Cover the pan with a lid.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8-12 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot with extra sauce spooned over each chicken breast.
Notes
The cooking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts. You’ll want 4 that are a similar size so they cook evenly. If yours seem thick, you can pound them out between wax paper to make sure they are a good, even size for cooking.
Also, I always recommend using a meat thermometer to ensure your chicken is cooked through! I love this instant read one and you’ll want the chicken to be at 165.
Mushroom lover? Me too. Feel free to add 8 oz. of sliced mushrooms to the pan with the mushrooms, until they are cooked down and have released their juices, then continue with the recipe.
My easy baked mozzarella chicken doesn’t have a tomato sauce but if that’s what you’re looking for, you can add a small can of diced tomatoes (or crushed tomatoes) to the pan after you’ve browned the chicken.
Fresh mozzarella really is best here, but I won’t tell if you want to top them with some sliced or shredded mozzarella. It won’t be quite as flavorful but still delicious.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 318Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 404mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 43g
Kristen Chidsey says
Oh have fun with your Dad tomorrow!
Also, yum! This chicken is going on my meal plan this week cause like you said–busy week 😉
Kathryn says
Thanks friend!! I hope you love this for an easy dinner! 🙂
Sam says
I cooked your baked mozzarella chicken last night
I added mushrooms
It was yummy
Thanks for posting your recipes
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Kathryn says
I’m so happy to hear you loved it!
Megan @ MegUnprocessed says
Quick meals are the best meals, right?!
Kathryn says
Absolutely!
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
This will be a sure hit for busy nights!
Kathryn says
I hope you love it!
Shelby says
The recipe calls for Marsala wine, but if I am unable to find it what would you recommend as a substitution?
Kathryn Doherty says
Some good substitutes for Marsala wine are a dry Madeira wine, dark sherry, port or red vermouth. I’m less likely to have those than Marsala wine though, so for this recipe you could also substitute some extra broth and a couple tablespoons of balsamic vinegar for the sauce. It won’t have the same flavor but I bet it would still taste great. Would love to hear if you try it!
Karen Weikel says
Asked for a chk drumstick recipe and this came up so can i use chk drum. Instead w/ ” easy mozz. Baked chk
Kathryn Doherty says
Hi Karen! Not sure why you got directed here for drumsticks, and I don’t think they’d work as a substitute for this recipe. I’d recommend baking them with some BBQ sauce – that’s our favorite way to enjoy them. (I don’t have a recipe on my site, but you could search in Google or Pinterest for BBQ baked chicken drumsticks if that’s of interest.)
Pat says
This recipe sounds delicious but can’t find marsala wine.Very upsetting. I guess I won’t be making it after all
Kathryn Doherty says
Hi Pat! All major grocery stores would have marsala wine. It’s usually in the aisle with vinegars (NOT in the wine aisle). It’s also available for purchase through Amazon. This is the brand I see most often: https://amzn.to/3cXN6Qr Hope that helps!