Description
Cheesy Baked Chicken Breast And Peppers is a quick, flavorful dinner featuring tender chicken breasts baked with colorful bell peppers and a melty blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. A one-pan, family-friendly meal that’s simple yet delicious.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 bell peppers, any color, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or mozzarella-cheddar blend
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place chicken breasts in a greased baking dish.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Arrange sliced bell peppers and onion around the chicken.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over chicken and peppers.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of colorful bell peppers for a visually appealing dish.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in olive oil and spices for 30 minutes before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American