Italian Style Mozzarella Chicken
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Italian Style Mozzarella Chicken
Description
Italian Style Mozzarella Chicken involves thin chicken cutlets seasoned and pan-seared until browned and cooked through. The sauce is developed in the same skillet by sautéing onions and garlic, then deglazing with water before adding diced tomatoes, basil pesto, and Italian seasoning. This method creates a bright, herb-infused tomato sauce with a balance of acidity and savory elements.
The chicken returns to the skillet to simmer in the sauce, absorbing its flavors. A generous topping of shredded mozzarella cheese is broiled briefly until melted and golden, adding a creamy, savory layer that complements the tender chicken and tangy sauce. Serving over cooked linguine pasta rounds out the meal with comforting starch.
The combination of fresh garlic, basil pesto, and Italian seasoning highlights classic Italian flavors, while the mozzarella topping contributes a mild creaminess. The dish is suitable for a plated main course offering both protein and starch components in one skillet.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 chicken breast cut into thin cutlets to make 4, large
- 1 onion diced finely
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup water
- 30 ounces diced tomatoes 2x15oz cans
- 3-4 tablespoons basil pesto
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- salt
- black pepper
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 pound linguine pasta cooked
Instructions
- Heat 1 Tbs oil in a large cast iron or other oven proof skillet, over medium high heat.
- Season the chicken then cook on both sides, until browned and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
- Add the other 1 Tbs olive oil to the skillet, and heat.
- Add the onions, and cook until softened. Add the garlic and cook another minute.
- Add the water and deglaze the skillet, scraping up the flavor from the bottom.
- Add the tomatoes, basil pesto, dried oregano, salt and pepper, and stir until fully combined.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, and allow to cook a further 10 minutes on low. (Now is a good time to cook your pasta)
- Taste test the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Add the chicken back into the skillet, and submerge in the sauce.
- Top with cheese (use more or less, as to your own taste), and melt until the broiler until browned on top.
- Serve with cooked linguine.
- Devour.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 839 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 839kcal | 42% |
| Carbohydrates | 90g | 30% |
| Protein | 52g | 104% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 765mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 640IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 4.3mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 346mg | 35% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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