How long does it take to bake chicken breast?

If you're following a specific recipe, then don't deviate! Otherwise, follow this general formula: Cook large, boneless, skinless chicken breasts for 20 to 30 minutes in a 375-degree-F oven. Cook large, bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts for 35 to 40 minutes in a 375-degree-F oven.

What to eat with mozzarella cheese?

Mozzarella is a perennial favorite, whether adorning pizzas, summery Caprese salads, or cold-weather comfort food classics like lasagna and baked ziti.

Is it better to bake chicken at 350 or 400?

You can roast or bake anywhere between 325 and 450 degrees F. When roasting a whole chicken, a nice rule of them is to start at 400 to 425 degrees F and then turn the oven down to 350 after 15 minutes and cook until the internal temp of the chicken is 165 – 175 degrees F on an instant read thermometer.

What is the best temperature and time to bake chicken?

For large boneless, skinless chicken breasts: cook them 20 to 30 minutes in a 375 degrees F oven. For large bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts: cook them 35 to 40 minutes in a 375 degrees F oven. For answers to all the rest of the questions you might have, the article How Long to Cook Chicken Breast In the Oven?

Is mozzarella cheese healthy?

Mozzarella is lower in fat and sodium than many other kinds of cheese, and part-skim varieties have even less total and saturated fat. Like other cheese, mozzarella is a good source of protein and calcium and contains phosphorus, which are essential nutrients for optimal health.

What meat goes best with mozzarella?

Cheese: Mozzarella or something similarly mellow and creamy, like Stracciatella or Scamorza Bianca. Cured meats: choose your favorite and stick with it. Mine is classic salami, but prosciutto, pancetta, chorizo, etc. all work.

How long does mozzarella last?

With proper storage in a refrigerator, mozzarella cheese can last for up to one to two weeks. In a freezer, mozzarella cheese can last longer, up to approximately three months. If you find any change of shape, color, taste, and aroma of any part of the cheese, cut and throw away that part.

How long do I bake chicken breast at 350 degrees?

Cooking tips chicken breast at 350°F (177˚C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature is 165˚F (74˚C).

Is it better to bake chicken breast at 350 or 425?

Baking chicken breast at 425 degrees Fahrenheit makes the perfect chicken breasts that are juicy and tender. It is the best temperature to bake chicken breast with the best results! The marinade also packs in tons of herby flavor without bringing too much.

Should I bake chicken breast at 350 or 375?

Our go-to temp for baking boneless chicken breast is 375 degrees, and the cook time is about 20 minutes. The chicken is cooked when a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees. It should be removed from the oven and allowed to sit for 10 minutes before slicing or serving.

Mozzarella Chicken Bake (2024)

Author:

Laurie Bennett

Last Updated:

06/08/2023

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Mozzarella Chicken Bake is a great one-skillet dinner that is ready in only 30 minutes. This is a family favorite and Weight Watchers friendly too.

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Ingredients for Mozzarella Chicken Bake

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1½ tbsp Italian seasoning, divided
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
3-4 sprays of I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter

¼ c. chicken broth, preferably organic
½ c. multi-colored cherry tomatoes, quartered
8 oz. part-skim mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
½ t. red pepper flakes

How to Make Mozzarella Chicken Bake

Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Rub the chicken thighs with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle both sides with one tablespoon Italian seasoning. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and transfer to the hot skillet.
Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken develops a golden crust. Remove from heat and add butter, chicken broth, and cherry tomatoes. Top each chicken thigh with a slice of fresh Mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and remaining Italian seasoning. Season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.
Transfer skillet (or transfer mozzarella chicken baked into an oven-safe dish from your skillet, see notes below) into preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted. Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes.
To serve, top chicken with some pan sauce and fresh basil sprigs or other fresh herbs of your choice, if desired. Serve immediately

Is my pan safe to go in the oven?

If your cookware has a plastic handle or coated handle these are not oven safe. Most of the time ceramic pans can withstand stovetop and oven heat. If your pan is entirely made of ceramic it is safe to use. The best option would be a cast-iron pan if you have one.

If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet or don’t feel comfortable putting your cookware into the oven you can transfer Mozzarella Chicken Bake from your skillet to an oven-safe dish such as a Pyrex casserole dish or another oven-safe pan of your choice.

Weight Watchers Smartpoints and Information for Mozzarella Chicken Bake

Servings: 6

Smartpoints for Green plan: 7

Smartpoints for Blue and Purple plan: 5

If you would like to reduce smart points for this dish you can reduce the amount of cheese used along with the amount of oil.

Tips for Making Mozzarella Chicken Bake

If you don’t want to use I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter you can always use other spreadable or stick butter. If you are on Weight Watchers don’t forget to account for the points.
Feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices or substitute for the red pepper flakes.
If you don’t have multicolored tomatoes that’s okay you can use regular red tomatoes. The primary purpose for multicolored is just for presentation.
Chicken thighs can also be substituted for this dish as well.
Are you a fan of other cheeses? You can always substitute mozzarella or use an Italian blend of cheeses
Be sure to allow the chicken to rest at the end this will ensure that all flavors and juices are locked in to make the Mozzarella Chicken Bake moister.
Don’t forget the recommended internal temperature of chicken is 165 degrees. Use a thermometer as needed to check the temperature.

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Mozzarella Chicken Bake

Mozzarella Chicken Bake is a great one-skillet dinner that is ready in only 30 minutes. This is a family favorite and Weight Watchers friendly too. Weight Watchers Smartpoints for Green plan: 7 Smartpoints for Blue and Purple plan: 5; Serves 6

Author: Laurie Bennett

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Yield: 6 servings

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Ingredients

▢ 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
▢ 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
▢ 1½ tbsp Italian seasoning divided
▢ Sea salt and black pepper to taste
▢ 3-4 sprays of I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter
▢ ¼ c. chicken broth preferably organic
▢ ½ c. multi-colored cherry tomatoes quartered
▢ 8 oz. part-skim mozzarella cheese sliced or shredded
▢ ½ t. red pepper flakes

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Rub the chicken thighs with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle both sides with one tablespoon Italian seasoning. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and transfer to the hot skillet.
Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken develops a golden crust. Remove from heat and add butter, chicken broth, and cherry tomatoes. Top each chicken thigh with a slice of fresh Mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes and remaining Italian seasoning. Season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.
Transfer skillet (or transfer mozzarella chicken baked into an oven-safe dish from your skillet, see notes below) into preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted. Remove from oven and allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes.
To serve, top chicken with some pan sauce and fresh basil sprigs or other fresh herbs of your choice, if desired. Serve immediately

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