Italian Herb Chicken with Mozzarella

This Italian Herb Chicken is a delightful blend of juicy chicken breast topped with melty mozzarella cheese and seasoned with a mix of garlic, onion, and Italian herbs. The addition of paprika gives it a subtle smokiness, while the garlic salt enhances the overall flavor, making it a comforting and satisfying dish. This recipe is simple yet flavorful, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic salt, salt, and pepper.
3. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and then coat them evenly with the seasoning mix.
4. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
5. After 20 minutes, remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the chicken.
6. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!