Chicken Italiano

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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Classic baked chicken in a rich, savory tomato-herb sauce topped with melted mozzarella
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Chicken Italiano

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 736.5

Description

This Chicken Italiano is a comforting, home-style dish that marries tender, sauted chicken pieces with a vibrant, smooth tomato sauce infused with garlic, basil, and tarragon. The chicken is browned for texture, then simmered in the aromatic sauce to absorb deep, savory flavors. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and melted mozzarella cheese, it offers a perfect balance of juicy protein and creamy, cheesy richness. Its an easy weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests, served beautifully over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven broiler to high.
  2. Pour the canned tomatoes into a blender or food processor.
  3. Add the dried basil, tarragon, salt, and freshly ground pepper to the tomatoes.
  4. Puree the mixture until completely smooth.
  5. Melt the butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add the finely chopped garlic clove and saut for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Add the skinned chicken pieces to the skillet and saut, turning occasionally, until golden brown on both sides.
  8. Pour the pureed tomato mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
  9. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  10. Simmer gently for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  11. Remove the chicken pieces from the skillet and place them in an oven-proof serving dish.
  12. Stir the chopped parsley into the remaining tomato sauce in the skillet.
  13. Spoon the parsley-infused sauce evenly over the chicken pieces.
  14. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the top.
  15. Place the dish under the preheated broiler for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  16. Alternatively, you can melt the cheese in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
  17. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 736.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.8g57%
Saturated Fat 13.0g65%
Cholesterol 228.4mg77%
Sodium 2891.5mg121%
Total Carbohydrate 20.5g7%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g20%
Sugars 9.5g
Protein 72.0g144%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, italian, tomato sauce, mozzarella, garlic, basil, tarragon, parmesan, saute, simmer, broil, easy dinner, comfort food, cheese, herbs, one pan, family meal, weeknight, classic
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