Chicken Breasts Smothered in Tomatoes and Mozzarella

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Chicken Breast Smothered in Tomatoes and Mozzarella
Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients:
4
boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1-1/2 pounds)

3
tablespoons olive oil, divided

1
cup chopped onions

2
teaspoons minced garlic

1
can (about 14 ounces) Italian-style stewed tomatoes

1-1/2
cups (6 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese



Preparation:
1.
Preheat broiler.

2.
Pound chicken breasts between 2 pieces of plastic wrap to 1/4-inch thickness using flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin.

3.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook about 3-1/2 minutes per side or until no longer pink in center. Transfer to plate; cover and keep warm.

4.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add tomatoes; bring to a simmer. Return chicken to skillet; spoon onion and tomato mixture over chicken.

5.
Sprinkle cheese over top. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat until cheese is melted.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with about 3/4 cup of topping
Fiber 1.5 g
Carbohydrate 11 g
Cholesterol 121 mg
Saturated Fat 7 g
Total Fat 21 g
Calories from Fat 43 %
Calories 442
Protein 51 g
Sodium 563 mg
Dietary Exchange:
Meat 7
Vegetable 2


This recipe appears in: Italian