Name: Chicken Mozzarella Skillet – A One-Pan, Flavor-Packed Meal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs); 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes; ½ cup chicken broth (or white wine); 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity); 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried basil); 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese; ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

Description

Make a Chicken Mozzarella Skillet in just 30 minutes! A one-pan meal with tender chicken, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sauce:

1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
½ cup chicken broth (or white wine)
1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)

For the Topping:

1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

Season & Sear the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Tomato Sauce
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions for 2-3 minutes until soft.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth (or white wine).
- Stir in sugar, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and basil.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Simmer the Chicken
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce.
- Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Add Cheese & Melt
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken.
- Cover the skillet and cook for 2-3 more minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil.
Serve & Enjoy
- Serve hot with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh basil.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check doneness (165°F/75°C).
Broil for 2 minutes at the end for extra golden cheese.
Let the sauce simmer longer for a deeper flavor.
Swap mozzarella for provolone or gouda for a different cheese twist.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.

Prep Time: 10minutes
Cook Time: 20minutes