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Chicken Mozzarella Skillet

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful skillet dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy tomato basil sauce topped with melted buffalo mozzarella.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut or pounded to thin cutlets)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for seasoning the chicken)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (for seasoning the chicken)
  • 1/2 tsp pepper (for seasoning the chicken)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing the chicken)

Cheese

  • 4 oz buffalo mozzarella (sliced)

Sauce

  • 4 cloves garlic (pressed, for the sauce)
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz can)
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning (dried)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (for the sauce)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil (chopped)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden, then set aside.
  • Sauté garlic, add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and basil. Nestle chicken in sauce and simmer until cooked through.
  • Top with mozzarella slices, broil until melted, then rest and serve garnished with basil.

Notes

Use a broiler-safe skillet for easy finishing. Serve with pasta or crusty bread.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: chicken