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Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella

Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella for a Cozy Family Meal

This Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella is a delightful dinner option that combines tender chicken, fresh tomatoes, and ooey-gooey mozzarella for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 fillets boneless skinless chicken quicker cooking time
  • 1 teaspoon salt kosher or sea salt recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika consider smoked paprika for a twist
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot or yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic fresh
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
Building the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil or fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 can canned cherry tomatoes drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped basil leaves or parsley
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 8 ounces mozzarella balls fresh preferred
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mince the garlic and chop the shallots. Cube the fresh mozzarella and season the chicken fillets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and sweet paprika.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken fillets and cook for approximately 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In the same skillet, add shallots and garlic, sauté for 2 minutes. Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Stir in tomato paste, dried basil, salt, and pepper, then add chicken broth and cherry tomatoes. Bring to a gentle boil.
Final Steps
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet, add chopped fresh basil and mozzarella. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the mozzarella melts.
  2. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for about 10 minutes until bubbly.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately over pasta or ciabatta, garnishing with extra chopped basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized; consider swapping chicken for shrimp or adding more veggies like bell peppers.

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