Ingredients
✓ 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
✓ 2 tablespoons olive oil
✓ 3 cloves garlic, minced
✓ 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
✓ 1 teaspoon dried oregano
✓ 1 teaspoon dried basil
✓ Salt and pepper to taste
✓ 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
✓ Fresh basil leaves for garnish
✓ Cooked pasta or rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
✓ Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
✓ Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
✓ Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
✓ Pour in the diced tomatoes and stir in dried oregano and dried basil. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
✓ Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 10 minutes, or until cooked through.
✓ Top the chicken with torn mozzarella cheese and let it melt for 2 minutes.
✓ Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
✓ Serve with cooked pasta or rice if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, use a high-quality canned tomato or fresh ripe tomatoes for the sauce. If you’re using fresh tomatoes, be sure to remove the seeds and pulp for a smoother sauce. To save time, use pre-cooked pasta or rice when serving. If you prefer a creamier sauce, stir in a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 15