Mozzarella Chicken Skillet
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Mozzarella Chicken Skillet
Description
This recipe uses thin-cut chicken breasts seasoned simply with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then seared in olive oil to develop a browned exterior. The pan is then used to build a sauce by first flash-cooking garlic, followed by adding crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. The sauce simmers briefly to blend flavors, after which Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and fresh basil are stirred in, creating a creamy, slightly tangy sauce base.
The chicken is returned to the sauce to warm through, then topped with slices of buffalo mozzarella. The broiler is used to melt and slightly brown the cheese, adding a creamy and stringy texture to the dish’s finish. The mozzarella contributes a fresh, milky flavor while complementing the acidity of the tomato sauce and the herbal notes from the basil and Italian seasoning.
This skillet meal works well served alongside simple pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables, providing a balanced plate with protein and sauce that can soak into grains or bread. The method of finishing under the broiler ensures the cheese melts nicely without overcooking the chicken, preserving tenderness.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 lbs chicken breast cut or pounded to thin cutlets, boneless skinless
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 oz mozzarella cheese sliced, buffalo milk
For the sauce
- 4 cloves garlic pressed
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes (1 can)
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning (dried)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1/3 cup basil chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Mix the garlic powder, salt, and pepper together and season each side of each chicken breast with it evenly.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. When oil is hot, place chicken breast in a single layer in the skillet. Cook chicken in batches if the skillet is too crowded.
- Cook chicken 3-4 minutes on each side allowing it to brown before flipping. Then remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add garlic to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds to flash cook. Then pour the tomatoes over the garlic and add the Italian seasoning. Reduce heat to medium and allow to come to a simmer for 5 minutes, stirring and scraping the pan to release any bits from the bottom.
- Add parmesan cheese and cream and stir to combine. Stir in fresh basil, then add the chicken back into the skillet and cover in sauce. Simmer for 3-5 more minutes or until everything is heated through.
- Top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella and place in the oven on broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and starts to bubble and brown.
- Garnish with additional basil and serve hot over pasta or with roasted veggies.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 379 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 10oz | |
| Calories | 379kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 890mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 993mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1296IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 556mg | 56% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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