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chicken breasts smothered in tomatoes and mozzarella

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Diane Taylor
Glen Allen, VA

I made this recipe, but as my custom when cooking, I just season my chicken with various spices that I have on hand. This recipe didn't mention any seasonings so I added my own without measuring. I apologize for not having any measurements for this recipe.

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min

Ingredients For chicken breasts smothered in tomatoes and mozzarella

  • 4
    boneless skinless chicken breat halves ( about 1 1/2 lbs.)
  • 2 tsp
    bottled minced garlic
  • 3 Tbsp
    olive oil, divided
  • 1 can
    stewed tomatoes, italian-style (14 oz ) undrained
  • 1 c
    chopped onion
  • 1 1/2 c
    shredded mozzarella cheese

How To Make chicken breasts smothered in tomatoes and mozzarella

  • 1
    Preheat broiler. Pound chicken breasts between 2 pieces of plastic wrap to 1/4 in. thickness using flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin.
  • 2
    Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 3 1/2 minutes per side or until no longer pink in center.
  • 3
    Transfer to plate; keep warm.
  • 4
    Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in same skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic for 3 minutes.
  • 5
    Add tomatoes; bring to a simmer.
  • 6
    Return chicken to skillet, spooning tomato mixture over chicken.
  • 7
    Sprinkle with cheese. Broil 4 inches from heat until cheese is melted.

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