Easy Cheesy Tomato Baked Chicken Bake with a Juicy Twist
A comforting and satisfying baked chicken dish featuring mozzarella, cream cheese, and tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, drizzle the olive oil. Place the chicken breasts in the dish.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the cream cheese over the chicken.
- Top with diced tomatoes and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Serve with rice, pasta, or a fresh green salad. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 100mg