Description
Imagine yourself diving into a meal. Where each mouthful feels like an embrace. For your taste buds. That’s what our recipe for Cheesy Baked Chicken Breast and Peppers delivers. It’s a blend of tender chicken. Nestled beneath a layer of mozzarella. And tangy pepper jack cheese enhanced by the zesty kick of pickled peppers. That cuts through the richness. This dish exemplifies how simple ingredients can harmonize. To evoke a sense of home. Ideal for those evenings when you seek solace without the hassle. Transforming a night into a celebration of flavors.
Ingredients
4 medium-sized chicken breasts (alternatively, 2 large chicken breasts, halved lengthwise)
2 tsp of olive oil
1 tsp of paprika
1 tsp of Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp of garlic powder
1/2 tsp of salt
1/2 tsp of black pepper
1 c of pickled pepper rings
1/2 c of shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 c of shredded pepper jack cheese
Finely chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish. By greasing it with oil or cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts in the dish. Drizzle them with oil. Evenly sprinkle paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, over them.
Spread the pickled pepper rings on top of the chicken. Then evenly distribute both mozzarella and pepper jack cheese on top.
Place the dish in the oven. Bake for around 20 to 25 minutes. Until the chicken is cooked through (reaching a temperature of 165°F). And the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Once done. Remove the dish from the oven. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for decoration. Serve hot. Preferably paired with a side, like cauliflower rice for a meal. Enjoy!
Notes
To easily adapt our recipe for Cheesy Baked Chicken Breast and Peppers to be gluten-free. Just make sure a couple of ingredients are gluten-free friendly. First, confirm that your pickled peppers are clearly marked as gluten-free. As some brands might have additives or vinegars made from grains containing gluten. Also although cheese is naturally free of gluten. It’s an idea to check that no gluten-based extras are included in pre-shredded cheese mixes. Choosing block cheese and shredding it yourself could be an option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
