Chicken Italiano
Bring the flavors of Italy to your dinner table with this irresistible Chicken Italiano recipe, a comforting dish that combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with a hearty tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, and classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil. Topped with a generous layer of melted, gooey mozzarella cheese and garnished with fresh basil, this one-skillet wonder is as easy to prepare as it is delicious! Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family meal, Chicken Italiano can be served alongside pasta, crusty bread, or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying feast. Ready in just 45 minutes, this oven-baked favorite is sure to become a new weeknight staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 400 grams crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 200 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve hot with a side of pasta, crusty bread, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.2 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 749 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 4192 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 265.4 g | 531% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1651 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 3315 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
