Chicken Pizzaiola
Transform your weeknight dinner with the irresistible flavors of Chicken Pizzaiola, a comforting Italian-inspired dish bursting with rich tomato sauce, melty mozzarella, and aromatic herbs. This recipe takes tender, pan-seared chicken breasts and simmers them in a bold, garlicky tomato sauce infused with dried oregano, capers, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Finished with a blanket of gooey mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan, this recipe is as indulgent as it is simple, requiring just 40 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for pairing with crusty bread, pasta, or a fresh salad, Chicken Pizzaiola is a one-pan wonder that delivers restaurant-quality flavor right at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch using a meat mallet.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Lightly dredge the chicken breasts in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes. Add the dried oregano and capers, stirring to combine. Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes to thicken slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some sauce over the top of each chicken piece.
Cover the skillet and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and absorb the flavors of the sauce.
Uncover the skillet and sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken breasts. Cover again and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish the dish with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot with crusty bread, pasta, or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.2 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 665 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 5398 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 263.0 g | 526% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1323 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2913 mg | 62% | |
*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.
