Italian Chicken Delight 🍗
Description:
Indulge in the savory flavors of Italy with this delectable Italian Chicken Delight recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in breadcrumbs, browned to perfection, and then baked to juicy tenderness in a luscious tomato sauce infused with garlic, basil, and Parmesan cheese. Topped off with gooey melted mozzarella, this dish is a true delight for your taste buds.
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Calories per serving: 535.2
Fat: 34.1g
Saturated Fat: 6.7g
Cholesterol: 129.2mg
Sodium: 1109.8mg
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 2.8g
Sugar: 6.2g
Protein: 33.5g
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless skinless chicken breasts | 4-6 pieces |
| Egg | 1 |
| Garlic powder | 3/4 teaspoon |
| Olive oil | As needed |
| Tomato sauce | 1 cup |
| Butter | 1/2 cup |
| Fresh basil, chopped | 2 tablespoons |
| Parmesan cheese, grated | 1/4 cup |
| Mozzarella cheese, sliced | 1 cup |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). -
Prepare Chicken:
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg, ensuring it’s well coated, then roll it in breadcrumbs to cover completely.
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Brown Chicken:
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Brown the chicken breasts on both sides until golden.
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Prepare Sauce:
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and drain any excess oil. Place the chicken in a single layer in a casserole dish.
- In the same skillet with the remaining olive oil, add tomato sauce, salt, pepper, butter, basil, and garlic powder. Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes until well combined.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the prepared tomato sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the casserole dish.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
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Melt Cheese:
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil from the dish. Arrange slices of mozzarella cheese over the chicken breasts.
- Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Once the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through, remove from the oven.
- Serve the Italian Chicken Delight hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Enjoy Your Italian Chicken Delight! 🇮🇹🍽️
This Italian-inspired dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, it’s perfect for a cozy family meal or a special dinner with friends. Buon appetito!
