Italian Dressing Chicken

 Italian Dressing Chicken: The Easiest Dinner Recipe You’ll Ever Make!

Are you looking for a weeknight dinner that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor? You’ve found it! This Italian Dressing Chicken recipe is an absolute game-changer.

Seriously, with just a few ingredients and about five minutes of prep time, you can have a juicy, tender, and incredibly flavorful chicken dinner ready to go. The secret? A simple bottle of Italian dressing that doubles as a marinade and a basting sauce, ensuring the chicken stays moist and delicious.

It's flexible, forgiving, and pairs perfectly with everything from a simple side salad to mashed potatoes or pasta. Ditch the complex recipes and say hello to your new favorite weeknight staple!

Recipe: One-Pan Italian Dressing Chicken

This recipe is designed for ease and flavor. It can be made in a baking dish, a slow cooker, or even on the grill!

Ingredients

Item	Quantity	Description
Chicken Breasts	4	Boneless, skinless
Italian Dressing	1 (16 oz) bottle	Your favorite brand, or use a zesty homemade version
Mozzarella Cheese	1 cup	Shredded
Parmesan Cheese	1/4 cup	Grated (optional, for extra flavor)
Seasoning	1 tsp	Italian seasoning mix (optional)
Garnish	Fresh parsley, chopped	For serving

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken

1. Place the chicken breasts in a large bowl or a sealable plastic bag.

2. Pour about 3/4 of the bottle of Italian dressing over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated.

3. Add the Italian seasoning (if using).

4. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.

2. Prepare and Bake

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

3. Arrange the marinated chicken breasts in a single layer in the baking dish. Discard the excess marinade.

4. Bake for 15 minutes.

5. Remove the dish from the oven and pour a few tablespoons of the reserved Italian dressing over each chicken breast.

6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top of the chicken.

3. Finish and Serve

1. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

2. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

3. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Pro Tips & Variations

Slow Cooker Method

For an even easier, hands-off approach:

1. Place the chicken and the entire bottle of dressing into a slow cooker.

2. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.

3. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese and let it melt for 15 minutes.

Add Veggies!

Turn this into a full sheet pan meal:

• In the last 20 minutes of baking, add chopped vegetables like baby potatoes, carrots, or broccoli florets directly to the baking dish to roast alongside the chicken.

Spice it Up

• For a kick, mix in a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.

Give this incredibly simple, yet flavorful Italian Dressing Chicken a try this week! You won't regret it.