Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella for Cozy Family Nights

This Garlic Tomato Chicken with Mozzarella is a quick and comforting weeknight meal that transforms chicken fillets into a flavorful dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Fillets Boneless and skinless
1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is an alternative
1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika Can substitute with smoked paprika

For Sautéing

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil or butter
1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Optional

For the Aromatics

1 medium Shallot Substitute with red onion if needed
4 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced

For the Sauce

0.5 cup Dry White Wine Can substitute with chicken broth
1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can be used
1 tablespoon Tomato Paste Essential for flavor
1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred
1 can Canned Cherry Tomatoes Crushed tomatoes can replace

For Topping

1/4 cup Chopped Basil Leaves Fresh garnish
8 ounces Mozzarella Balls Fresh is best
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Nutritional yeast can replace
1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by mincing garlic and chopping shallots. Season the chicken fillets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and sweet paprika.
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken fillets for about 5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic and chopped shallots for about 2 minutes until tender and fragrant.
Deglaze the pan by pouring in dry white wine, scraping the browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in tomato paste, dried basil, salt, and pepper to taste; cook for 1 minute.
Add chicken broth and cherry tomatoes, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Nestle the chicken back into the sauce, sprinkle with chopped basil and mozzarella, cover and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve hot, optionally with pasta or salad, garnished with additional basil and grated Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Watch cooking time to avoid dry chicken.

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