Description
Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together tender chicken fillets, a rich garlic-infused cherry tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this easy-to-make recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy families. With its vibrant flavors from fresh basil and garlic, this dish is sure to impress your loved ones. Serve it over pasta, on toasted ciabatta, or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken fillets
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 shallot (finely chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ cup dry apple vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp chopped basil leaves
- 2 mozzarella balls (chopped)
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan
- Crushed red pepper flakes (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Season chicken fillets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through; transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and shallot; sauté until fragrant. Deglaze with apple vinegar and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in salt, pepper, dried basil, tomato paste, chicken broth, and cherry tomatoes. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Nestle chicken back into the sauce in the skillet, top with chopped basil and mozzarella cubes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired. Simmer for another 5 minutes or bake at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For added nutrition and flavor variations, consider incorporating spinach or bell peppers into the sauce. You can also substitute chicken with turkey or beef based on your preference.