Flavorful Bell Pepper Chicken Bake: A Healthy and Easy Dinner Option
A simple and healthy chicken bake recipe featuringjuicy chicken breasts, bell peppers, onions, and melted mozzarella, seasonedwith Italian herbs for a flavorful and easy dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 bell peppers red, yellow, or orange, sliced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper adjusted to your preference.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley or basil for a finishing touch optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables:
- Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Arrange the sliced bell peppers and onions around and on top of the chicken breasts.
Bake the Chicken:
- Bake the chicken and vegetables in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
Add the Cheese:
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve:
- Once the cheese is melted, remove the dish from the oven.
- Add a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley or basil for extra flavor if you like.
- Serve the chicken with the roasted bell peppers and onions for a flavorful and healthy meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal
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