Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella
Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella is an irresistible dish that combines tender chicken fillets with a rich and savory cherry tomato sauce, fresh basil, and gooey mozzarella cheese. This one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, allowing you to create a mouthwatering meal in just 30 minutes. Whether served over pasta, alongside toasted ciabatta, or with a crisp salad, this flavorful recipe is sure to delight the entire family. With minimal cleanup required and a burst of vibrant flavors in every bite, Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella is destined to become a beloved staple in your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 apple vinegar
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz/400 g) 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 on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant. Deglaze with apple vinegar, then add salt, pepper, dried basil, tomato paste, chicken broth, and cherry tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Nestle chicken back into the sauce; top with basil leaves and mozzarella cubes. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and Parmesan if desired.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes or bake at 400°F for about 10 minutes until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg